Biomedical Scientist/Clinical Scientist (Annex 21)

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system as a Specialist Biomedical/Clinical Scientist in Glasgow. This full-time role involves performing advanced molecular biology techniques and immunological methods within a dynamic laboratory environment. You will support vital transplantation services and contribute to essential research. With a commitment to training and professional development, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care. Embrace a rewarding career in a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your contributions and supports your growth.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include an Honours degree in a biological subject.
• Current registration as a Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology techniques for HLA typing and antibody testing.
• Analyze and report test results, participating in on-call rota.

Skills

Molecular Biology Techniques

Immunological Methods

HLA Typing

Crossmatching

Education

Honours Degree in Biological Subject

Job description

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Biomedical Scientist/Clinical Scientist (Annex 21), Glasgow

Client: NHS Scotland

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 10.05.2025

Expiry Date: 24.06.2025

Job Description:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health care services to over 1.15 million residents, expanding to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

The shift pattern for this role is Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, with additional out-of-hours commitments.

Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated candidates for the full-time position of Specialist Biomedical/Clinical Scientist within the Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I) Laboratory.

The H&I Laboratory, located at Gartnavel General Hospital in Glasgow within the Diagnostics Directorate of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, provides services supporting:

• Adult renal transplantation
• Disease association studies
• Paediatric haematopoietic progenitor cell transplantation
• Adult haematopoietic progenitor cell transplantation
• Paediatric renal transplantation
• Adult cardiac transplantation

The successful candidate will perform molecular biology techniques for HLA typing, immunological methods for HLA antibody testing and crossmatching, and analyze and report test results. Participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota for solid organ transplantation is mandatory. Training and professional development are encouraged.

Essential qualifications include an Honours degree in a biological subject and current registration (or pending registration) as a Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist with the Health & Care Professions Council.

Details for contacting the Recruitment Service can be found in the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all community sections. We are also proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, welcoming applications from military personnel and veterans. Applicants must provide authentic responses to all questions, and the use of AI or third-party tools for response generation is strongly discouraged. By applying, you confirm that your answers reflect your own knowledge and experience.

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