Healthcare Sciences

NHS National Services Scotland; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare organization in Kirkcaldy is seeking HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists. Responsibilities include rotation through various laboratory sections, covering a 24/7 service after training, and a working week averaging 37 hours. Newly graduated candidates will need to complete a Specialist Portfolio for progression. Offering a salary range between £31,892 and £48,635 based on experience, this role promotes continuous professional development and supports flexible working policies.

Qualifications

• Suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists.
• Newly graduated candidates must complete their Specialist Portfolio prior to progression to Band 6.
• Demonstrate team spirit, initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm to train further.

Responsibilities

• Rotation through various sections within the department.
• Cover the 24/7 laboratory service following suitable training.
• Work a 37-hour per week average, including evenings, weekends, and overnight when trained.

Skills

Team spirit

Initiative

Flexibility

Enthusiasm to train

Education

HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists

Job description

Salary

Band 5 – £31,892 - £39,735
Band 6 – £33,072 - £48,635

Qualifications

• Suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists.
• Newly graduated candidates, if successful, will be required to complete their Specialist Portfolio prior to progression to Band 6.
• Demonstrate team spirit, initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm to train further.

Responsibilities

• Rotation through various sections within the department.
• Following suitable training, cover the 24/7 laboratory service.
• Work a 37.0 hour per week average, including evenings, weekends and overnight when trained.

Facilities

The core laboratory is equipped with Roche cobas 8000 analyzers, 8100 pre‑analytics and track. The special investigations laboratory has Thermo GCMS and has been re‑equipped with Sebia electrophoresis systems.

Training and Development

The department is UKAS accredited and is IBMS approved for Biomedical Scientist training. Active participation in CPD and opportunities for further study are supported and encouraged.

Workplace and Equality

NHS Scotland supports flexible working, family‑friendly policies, and reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates, long‑term conditions and neurodivergent applicants. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

Immigration / Work Permission

To work in the United Kingdom, a legal right‑to‑work is required. It can be evidenced through various routes and is checked by NHS Scotland Boards. Please ensure you have a right to work or the post is eligible for sponsorship before submitting your application.

Contact

Please contact Karen Ritchie, BMS Manager, on 01592 648177 or email [e-mail].