Consultant Clinical Scientist

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Glasgow is seeking a full-time Consultant Clinical Scientist to enhance their Biochemistry Department. The role includes supporting clinical services, engaging in research, and contributing to teaching. Ideal candidates will have advanced knowledge in Clinical Biochemistry and relevant qualifications. Join a diverse team committed to excellence in patient care and innovation.

Qualifications

• Advanced specialist knowledge in Clinical Biochemistry.
• HCPC registered as a Clinical Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Support Clinical Biochemistry service across North Glasgow.
• Participate in departmental activities including reporting and teaching.

Skills

Clinical Biochemistry

Laboratory IQC/EQA

Automation

Immunoassay

Education

MSc in Clinical Biochemistry

FRCPath

Job description

Job Opportunity at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

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

The post involves a shift pattern from 8.45 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, with participation in the on-call advice rota.

Following the retirement of the current post holder, we are inviting applications for a full-time Consultant Clinical Scientist to join our team at the Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The team comprises 4 consultant staff and 7 clinical scientists within the Biochemistry Department. The successful candidate will support the Clinical Biochemistry service across North Glasgow, playing a strategic and clinical role in the laboratory's core section. An interest in laboratory IQC/EQA, automation, and immunoassay is desirable.

The role involves participation in all departmental activities, including reporting, clinical liaison, research and development, teaching, and audit.

Applicants should possess advanced specialist knowledge and interpretive skills in Clinical Biochemistry, be HCPC registered as a Clinical Scientist, hold an MSc or equivalent in Clinical Biochemistry, and have obtained FRCPath.

For informal inquiries, contact Maurizio Panarelli, Consultant Clinical Biochemist, at [e-mail] or 0141 242 9573.

Details on contacting the Recruitment Service are available within the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and encourages applications from all community sections. We are committed to inclusion and proud of our diverse workforce.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, we reaffirm our commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting applications from the Armed Forces Community by recognizing military skills, experience, and qualifications during recruitment.

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