Biomedical Scientist - Immunology

University Hospitals Dorset Nhs Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join the Immunology Department at Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The role supports diagnostic and monitoring services across the Trust's sites and provides opportunities for CPD.

The successful applicant will contribute to scientific analysis, training, and continuous quality development within the One Dorset Pathology service, with selection interviews in late 2026 and potential relocation to the

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration is essential for the role.
• Honours degree in Biological science acceptable by IBMS.
• Completion of IBMS Registration Portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Analyse blood, body fluids, tissues and cells to diagnose disease and monitor treatment.
• Deliver day-to-day clinical pathology services ensuring high standards of patient care.
• Assist in teaching and developing trainee staff.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through CPD and professional development.

Skills

Good interpretive skills

Attention to detail

Pipetting

Basic computer skills

Handling biological specimens

Practical skills GLP

Knowledge of Immunofluoresence

Education

Honours degree in Biological sciences (IBMS acceptable)

IBMS Registration Portfolio completion

Tools

Phadia 250

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Immunology Department of our ISO15189:2022 accredited laboratory at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. We provide diagnostic and monitoring services to patients across a wide geographical area and support our acute services across both the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole General Hospital within the Trust.

We are a supportive Trust interested in developing our employees. All relevant training will be provided and there are opportunities for continuing professional development for the successful applicant.

The One Dorset Pathology service unites Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital, and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals to deliver a high-quality, efficient, and consistent service. It is part of the national 'S6' pathology network, alongside Hampshire Hospitals, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Salisbury, and Southampton.

This role requires HCPC Registration.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview: Week commencing 2nd November 2026

Main duties of the job

• Be required to act in a scientific role in the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues and cells using specialised laboratory equipment to determine the presence or absence of disease, enabling diagnosis and also to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
• Responsible for delegated tasks, involved in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of a clinical pathology service that enables high standards of patient care.
• Assist in the teaching and development of trainee staff and support workers.
• Expected to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in Immunology as part of their continuing professional development (CPD).

Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

UHD has active networks including Women's, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Qualifications

Essential

• Health Professions Council (HCPC) for Registration
• Honours degree or equivalent in a biological science which is acceptable by Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
• Completion of IBMS Registration Portfolio

Desirable

• Working towards IBMS Specialist Portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in Clinical Immunology
• Experience of working in an NHS UKAS approved laboratory

Desirable

• Experience in equipment validation and implementation

Skills

Essential

• Good interpretive skills at bench level
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrable experience of pipetting
• Basic computer skills
• Handling biological specimens
• Practical skills associated with GLP
• Knowledge of Phadia 250

Desirable

• Familiarity with Quality Management Software
• Familiarity with Winpath software
• Knowledge of Immunofluoresence

Other requirements

Essential

• Desire and ability to relocate to the area
• Experience of training other members of staff
• Able to work autonomously and as a team member
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Flexibility
• Time management
• Physical capability to perform laboratory duties working alone on shifts

Knowledge

Essential

• Willing and able to learn new skills through further training
• Currently participating in CPD

Desirable

• A good understanding of Clinical Immunology

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Immunology Laboratory Manager

Leah Hughes

[e-mail]

03000196732