Haematology Biomedical Scientist: Training & NHS Benefits

Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS foundation trust in Ipswich is seeking an enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist to join its team. In this role, you will contribute to laboratory diagnostic work and develop a range of skills while supervising junior staff. Registration with the HCPC and experience in a Haematology lab are preferred. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, generous benefits, and a supportive environment focused on training and development. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 12/01/2026.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Unsocial hour payments

27 days annual leave on commencement

Access to NHS discounts

Health and Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Preferably experienced at registrant level in a Haematology laboratory.
• Ability to train and supervise less experienced staff.

Responsibilities

• Undertake testing and processing of biomedical specimens.
• Supervise and train less experienced staff.
• Maintain a professional image in the Pathology Department.

Skills

HCPC registration

Experience in a Haematology laboratory

Supervisory skills

Tools

Grifols analysers

Sysmex XNs

ACL TOPS analysers

Job description

A leading NHS foundation trust in Ipswich is seeking an enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist to join its team. In this role, you will contribute to laboratory diagnostic work and develop a range of skills while supervising junior staff. Registration with the HCPC and experience in a Haematology lab are preferred. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, generous benefits, and a supportive environment focused on training and development. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 12/01/2026.