Consultant Medical Microbiologist | Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust; Romford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in the United Kingdom seeks a Consultant Medical Microbiologist to participate in varied programmed activities, including on-call duties. The role involves rotating through acute sites and participating in laboratory activities, enhancing service development and research initiatives. Candidates eligible for registration within six months of interview are encouraged to apply. Join a diverse team committed to advancing healthcare and academic portfolios in state-of-the-art facilities.

Benefits

London Living Wage

Apprenticeship programmes

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration within six months of interview.
• Ability to work full‑time is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in 10 programmed activities.
• Carry out on‑call duties as part of a one‑in‑five rota.
• Rotate through acute sites and engage in laboratory activities.

Job description

About the Post

The post attracts 10 programmed activities and the appointee will be expected to participate in the on‑call duties which are currently a one‑in‑five rota.

Consultant offices are based on site at Queen’s Hospital but clinical responsibilities mean rotating through both acute sites of Queen’s Hospital and King George Hospital where we have on‑site laboratories and appointees will be expected to take an active interest in these facilities.

Any candidate who is unable to work full‑time for personal reasons will be eligible for consideration for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust, in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in 10 programmed activities.
• Carry out on‑call duties as part of a one‑in‑five rota.
• Rotate through acute sites of Queen’s and King George Hospitals, including active involvement in on‑site laboratory activities.

Qualifications & Eligibility

Applications are invited for a Consultant Medical Microbiologist (Consultant Microbiologist or joint Consultant Microbiologist/Infectious Diseases or Consultant Clinical Scientist). Candidates may be eligible for registration within six months of interview at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University NHS Trust.

Applicants should be able to work full‑time, though full‑time commitment is preferable.

Why Join Us?

We are a forward‑thinking, research‑active Trust with state‑of‑the‑art laboratories and a multidisciplinary culture. You will have opportunities to lead service development, participate in national and local research initiatives, and advance your academic portfolio.

Our Trust employs 8,400 staff from 146 different countries, with strong representation from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. We offer the London Living Wage and a range of apprenticeship programmes.

How to Apply

All interested individuals please contact Dr Rekha Lopez, Clinical Lead for Microbiology, on 01708 4350 000 ext 6246.

This advert closes on Monday 5 Jan 2026.