Locum Microbiology & Serology Scientist – Band 6

Pulse Healthcare; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Staffing Limited is seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Microbiology and Serology to join a busy laboratory in Hertfordshire. This locum role is based in Hemel Hempstead with core hours and ASAP start, offering an hourly rate reflective of Band 6 NHS remuneration and extensive service delivery.

The successful candidate will perform culture, identification and sensitivity testing, and may conduct molecular and serological assays (PCR/ELISA) to support outbreak

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Experience in Microbiology or Serology.
• Experience with culture and sensitivity testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform culture, identification and sensitivity testing of clinical specimens.
• Detect bacterial infections using manual and automated techniques.
• Possibly conduct molecular and serological testing for viral pathogens (PCR/ELISA) to support outbreak investigations and surveillance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Job description

Pulse Staffing Limited is seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Microbiology and Serology to join a busy laboratory in Hertfordshire. This locum role is based in Hemel Hempstead with core hours and ASAP start, offering an hourly rate reflective of Band 6 NHS remuneration and extensive service delivery.

The successful candidate will perform culture, identification and sensitivity testing, and may conduct molecular and serological assays (PCR/ELISA) to support outbreak