Biomedical Scientist

NHS; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Biomedical Scientist in the Virology department. You will diagnose infections using advanced techniques, handle patient samples, and ensure quality in laboratory processes. This role offers a chance to contribute significantly to patient care and is supported by a range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement and a relocation package.

Benefits

Access to NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday rising to 33 days

Generous relocation package

Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on various providers

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent required.
• Registered with the Health Professions Council.
• Previous laboratory work and team experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Performing lab work according to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Safely handling patient samples and ensuring quality control.
• Troubleshooting laboratory instruments and methods.

Skills

Knowledge of microbiology/virology techniques

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Evidence of technical ability

Education

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent

Registered with the Health Professions Council

Job description

Job summary

Do you have a passion for patient care? Are you looking for a career in Virology? Virology biomedical scientists are responsible for the diagnosis of infection and disease processes by the application of biological, serological and molecular technology, utilizing the most up to date scientific methods.

We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist to join our dedicated team of Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants in the Virology laboratory at the Hull site. Diagnostic work includes examination of patient samples such as blood, respiratory samples and cerebrospinal fluid using manual and automated techniques.

This vacancy will be considered for a secondment opportunity. Please note - if you would like your application to be considered for secondment, you must secure agreement from your line manager beforehand that you can be released to undertake the role.

The post may become Permanent at the end of this Fixed Term/Secondment.

Main duties of the job

Performing work strictly according to current Standard Operating Procedures in order to facilitate the provision of accurate and timely reports.

Safely handling blood, respiratory samples and other patient samples.

Ensuring that reagents are prepared, stored and used according to manufacturer guidelines and laboratory procedures.

Ensuring that appropriate preventative maintenance has been carried out, and recorded, on laboratory instruments and equipment prior to being used for patient investigations.

Performing manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations.

Measuring and monitoring the quality of laboratory investigations using appropriate internal and external quality procedures.

Taking corrective action when quality control or assurance procedures indicate loss of performance of the laboratory instruments or methods.

Ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively.

Ensuring first line trouble shooting of complex analytical equipment or methods is carried out, and if necessary, participate in the resolution of equipment or method failures.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants

• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

• A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.

• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Details Date posted

19 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £44,962 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-7213530-BMS-SH

Job locations

Virology department, Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Kingston upon Hull

HU3 2JZ

Job description Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [e-mail].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Job description Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [e-mail].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
• Registered with the Health Professions Council
• Participates in continuing professional development

Experience and Knowledge Required Essential

• Previous laboratory work
• Working as a member of a team

Desirable

• Previous work in a microbiology/virology laboratory

Aptitude and Personal Qualities Essential

• Able to work flexibly
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Skills and Attributes Essential

• Knowledge of microbiology/virology techniques
• Knowledge of laboratory safety
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Evidence of technical ability

Desirable

• Knowledge of basic molecular diagnostic techniques

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
• Registered with the Health Professions Council
• Participates in continuing professional development

Experience and Knowledge Required Essential

• Previous laboratory work
• Working as a member of a team

Desirable

• Previous work in a microbiology/virology laboratory

Aptitude and Personal Qualities Essential

• Able to work flexibly
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Skills and Attributes Essential

• Knowledge of microbiology/virology techniques
• Knowledge of laboratory safety
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Evidence of technical ability

Desirable

• Knowledge of basic molecular diagnostic techniques

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 known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Virology department, Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Kingston upon Hull

HU3 2JZ

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Virology department, Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Kingston upon Hull

HU3 2JZ

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)