Biomedical Scientist - Immunology

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Ormond Street Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to join the specialist Immunology Laboratory for a 12‑month fixed-term maternity cover. You’ll develop experience in paediatric diagnostics, supervise junior staff and contribute to high-quality service delivery within a supportive, skilled team.

The role requires HCPC registration, a BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent, and experience in ISO15189-accredited Immunology laboratories, with opportunities to work

Qualifications

• BSc Biomedical Science or equivalent as assessed by the HCPC.
• HCPC registration.
• Experience working in an ISO15189 accredited Immunology Laboratory.
• Experience in performing routine diagnostic assays used in Serology, Molecular, Cellular & Immunophenotyping.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the provision of a high-quality clinical diagnostic laboratory service within Laboratory Medicine.
• Support the Immunology Diagnostic Service and supervise junior staff.
• Undertake core scientific, technical and interpretative work across the laboratory, including the Gene Therapy section.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Lab supervision

Analytical skills

Data handling

Education

BSc Biomedical Science or equivalent

HCPC registration

Job description

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Main area Immunology Grade Band 5 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity Cover until 9th January 2028) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 271-CCS-8341288

Site Great Ormond Street Hospital Town London Salary £38,488 - £46,852 Inclusive per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 11/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

This is a1-year fixed-term opportunity to join the specialist Immunology Laboratory at Great Ormond Street Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist to develop their experience within a specialist paediatric diagnostic service and work as part of a supportive and highly skilled team.

Main duties of the job

To contribute to the provision of a high-quality clinical diagnostic laboratory service within Laboratory Medicine, Division of Core Clinical Services at GOSH NHS Foundation Trust. You will support the team in the delivery and management of the Immunology Diagnostic Service, provide supervision and guidance to junior staff and undertake core scientific, technical and interpretative work across the laboratory, including the Gene Therapy section, in line with training, experience and HCPC registration.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.

We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.

We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.

We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women’s Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.

Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

GOSH Culture and Values

• GOSH Values

Academic/Professional Qualification/Training

• BSc Biomedical Science or equivalent as assessed by the HCPC
• HCPC registration

Experience/Knowledge

• Experience working in an ISO15189 accredited Immunology Laboratory
• Experience in performing routine diagnostic assays used in Serology, Molecular, Cellular & Immunophenotyping
• Experience of flow cytometry
• Experience of Quality Management Systems
• Experience and knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Health and Safety requirements

Skills/Abilities

• Good inter-personal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work efficiently and in methodical, organised and timely manner
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Ability to use standard software programs, flow cytometry software and laboratory computer systems
• Ability to supervise and train junior colleagues
• Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic lab work including data handling

Please be advised that:

The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.

We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Application numbers

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.