Consultant Clinical Scientist

NHS; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 91,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is seeking a Consultant Clinical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry. This role involves delivering expert support in diagnosis and management of biochemical issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical biochemistry, including team leadership and innovative service delivery. Salary ranges from £91,342 to £105,337 per year. Join a dynamic team and make a real difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• State Registered HCPC as a Clinical Scientist.
• More than 3 years of experience as a consultant clinical scientist.
• Advanced knowledge and experience to PhD or Doctorate level.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical biochemistry service.
• Advise on appropriate investigations for patients.
• Participate in management and teaching.

Skills

Expert knowledge of clinical biochemistry

Leadership skills

Teamwork

Motivational skills

Education

BSc Hons Biochemistry or biological science

MSc in Clinical Biochemistry or equivalent

Management or leadership qualification

Job description

Overview

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is inviting applications for the role of Consultant Clinical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry. The closing date is 22 October 2025. The banding for this vacancy is Subject to AfC outcome. This post provides a comprehensive clinical biochemistry service for all users of the laboratory network, with expert support for diagnosis and management of biochemical clinical problems, advice on appropriate investigations on an individual patient basis, and definition of the repertoire provided by the clinical biochemistry department within available resources. The post includes clinical liaison and helps the department maintain UKAS accreditation. There is a duty biochemist rota to cover the service.

We have a fantastic team of Chemical Pathologists and Clinical Scientists to join in delivering a comprehensive biochemistry service. The main base of work will be discussed and agreed at appointment and is flexible across the network sites.

Main duties of the job

The holder is expected to provide a comprehensive clinical biochemistry service for all users of the laboratory. The consultant will work with medical colleagues to provide expert support for the diagnosis and management of biochemical clinical problems, advise on appropriate investigations on an individual patient basis, and determine the repertoire provided by the department within the service resources. Opportunities exist to participate in management and teaching. The post holder will actively engage in and develop biochemistry services and will need excellent team-working skills to operate in a multi-professional team. The post requires delivering clinical and quality targets agreed nationally and locally with clinical teams and commissioners.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We aim to provide high quality, safe care to our patients in an environment our staff are proud to work in. Our vision is “To provide excellent care for the communities we serve.” Guided by our core values — Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted — we are determined to make a real difference for patients and their families. If you are ready to be part of a team committed to continuous improvement, come join us and make a difference together.

Pathology is a forward thinking, performance driven service, always looking for new and innovative ways of working. You would be joining during a period of significant change and would be pivotal in developing the shape of our service in the future.

Job responsibilities

For a list of full duties and responsibilities of this role, please see the attached document named “Candidate Job Pack”.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• State Registered HCPC as a Clinical Scientist
• BSc Hons Biochemistry or biological science or equivalent
• MSc in Clinical Biochemistry or equivalent completion of FRCPath
• Management or leadership qualification

Experience

• Expert knowledge of clinical biochemistry, clinical validation and provide expert advice
• >3 year experience as a consultant clinical scientist
• Experience of implementing a new service and instrumentation
• Experience of leading a team and clinical liaison with CCG and clinical teams
• Budget management, strategic oversight and planning services
• Demonstrate previous experience R&D and publications
• Experience of procurement and tendering; knowledge of budget management
• Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge & experience to PhD / Doctorate level

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good leadership skills
• Inspirational
• Motivational

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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 CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Salary: £91,342 to £105,337 per year (pro rata where applicable)