Lead Scientist (Biochemistry)

MediTalent Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a Lead Scientist in Biochemistry to oversee a high-quality pathology service. The successful candidate will manage a 24-hour service, ensuring top standards across various disciplines including biochemistry and immunology. This position requires extensive experience in the field, strong leadership skills, and advanced qualifications.

Benefits

Extensive benefits package

Referral bonus for suitable candidates

Qualifications

• Current HCPC registration as a Biomedical/Biochemical Scientist.
• At least six years post-registration experience within Biochemistry.
• Team leadership experience with management qualification.

Responsibilities

• Managing the biochemistry department and monitoring performance.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (UKAS, MHRA).
• Maintaining health and safety regulations adherence.

Skills

Management

Quality compliance

Health and safety regulations

Education

Master’s degree (MSc)

IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent

Fellow of the IBMS (FIBMS) or Chartered Scientist status

Job description

Lead Scientist (Biochemistry) (BBBH3623) London, England

Salary: GBP78000 - GBP78000 per annum

Lead Scientist (Biochemistry)
Location: Central London
Contract: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Up to £78,000 per annum + benefits

MediTalent is seeking an experienced Lead Biochemistry Scientist to manage and oversee a high-quality pathology service within a leading healthcare provider. This role is ideal for a senior Biochemistry Scientist with extensive expertise in their field.

The Role
This position involves leading a 24-hour pathology service that supports multiple healthcare areas, including hospitals, IVF clinics, private healthcare, and general practice. The successful candidate will ensure that all pathology disciplines, including biochemistry, endocrinology, haematology, histopathology, immunology, microbiology, and serology, operate to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the biochemistry department; staff leadership, overseeing finances and resource management, monitoring service performance and turnaround times.
• Ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements (UKAS, MHRA, HTA).
• Maintaining strict adherence to health and safety regulations (HSE, COSHH, GDPR).

The ideal candidate will have:

• Current HCPC registration as a Biomedical/Biochemical Scientist.
• At least six years post-registration experience within Biochemistry
• Advanced qualifications, such as an IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent.
• A master’s degree (MSc) or comparable professional experience.
• Recognition as a Fellow of the IBMS (FIBMS) or Chartered Scientist status (preferred).
• Team leadership experience – ideally with management qualification

Excellent, extensive benefits package available for this position.

How to Apply
Please apply with your CV or you can email for more information!

Referral Bonus: If you know someone suitable for this role, refer them to MediTalent. If they are successfully placed, you will receive a reward in vouchers.

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