Biomedical Scientist-Immunology and Biochemistry

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private healthcare organization in Central London is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to join the Blood Sciences team. The position involves performing laboratory techniques, ensuring service quality, and requires HCPC registration along with 2 years of Immunology experience. Competitive salary and benefits include a contributory pension scheme, private healthcare, and generous annual leave. Join a culture that values continuous improvement and high-quality service.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme (up to 20% annual contribution)

Private medical healthcare

33 days annual leave

Family-friendly benefits and discounts

Career development with access to further education

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Immunology.
• Experience in automated Biochemistry laboratory is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out technical and scientific work in the laboratory.
• Undertake routine and specialist laboratory techniques.
• Record information on the pathology laboratory information system.

Skills

HCPC registration

At least 2 years of experience in Immunology

Experience in an automated Biochemistry laboratory

Knowledge of ISO15189 requirements

Biomedical Science qualification or equivalent

Education

Biomedical Science qualification or equivalent

Job description

Biomedical Scientist – Immunology & Biochemistry

We have an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist to join our Blood Sciences team within the Pathology Department at The London Clinic, Central London. The role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work in a supportive, warm culture focused on the core values of Caring, Inspiring and Pioneering.

The London Clinic is one of the UK’s largest private hospitals, founded in 1932, with state‑of‑the‑art facilities on Harley Street. With roughly 1,300 employees across eight sites, we deliver a broad range of speciality services including complex medical and surgical procedures, comprehensive cancer care and outpatient services.

The Blood Sciences laboratory is purpose‑designed and equipped with advanced instruments such as the Stratec Gemini, HOB BioCLIA, Phadia 250, Vitros XT7600, Sebia Hydrasys and ThermoFisher Binding Site Optilite. Immunology also performs IF slide preparation on the Biosystems iPRO, fluorescent microscopy (Euroimmun Eurostar II) and allergy testing using the ALEX2 Allergy Explorer.

Job Profile

As a Biomedical Scientist you will carry out technical and scientific work in the laboratory under the direction of the Chief/Senior Biomedical Scientist or Consultant, mainly in the Immunology and Biochemistry Departments. You will work alongside the Blood Sciences team to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and deliver high‑quality, efficient and effective services.

• Job type: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week.
• Shifts: Monday to Friday, with participation in Saturday shifts on a 1‑in‑4 frequency.
• Benefits:
  • Contributory pension scheme (up to 20% annual contribution).
  • Private medical healthcare.
  • 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
  • Season ticket travel loan, family‑friendly benefits and a range of discounts.
  • Career development with clear pathways and access to further education.
• Key Duties
  • Undertake routine and specialist laboratory techniques in line with departmental SOPs.
  • Record information on the pathology laboratory information system, ensuring compliance with national and local data standards.
  • Assess, initiate and monitor appropriate action when a situation may compromise service delivery, and escalate as required.
  • Be aware of the processes for escalation of laboratory issues.
• Skills & Experience
  • HCPC registration.
  • At least 2 years of experience in Immunology.
  • Experience in an automated Biochemistry laboratory.
  • Knowledge of ISO15189 requirements.
  • Biomedical Science qualification or equivalent.
• Organisation
  • We are an organisation with charitable status, reinvesting income to deliver better patient outcomes.
  • The main hospital spans 8 floors with 234 beds and 10 theatres, including a hybrid theatre and day‑surgery theatres.
  • We embrace diversity and welcome applicants from under‑represented groups. If you have the skills and experience for the role, we encourage you to apply.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a DBS check must be submitted to verify no disqualifying convictions.