Medical Technical Officer/Trainee BMS

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS trust in Westminster is seeking a MTO/Trainee Healthcare Scientist to perform crucial laboratory procedures and support method development. Candidates should have expertise in neuroimmunology or biochemistry, demonstrate strong manual skills, and be willing to engage in additional duties. This role offers the chance to contribute to innovative research and benefit from professional development within a renowned academic environment.

Benefits

Opportunity for academic qualifications

Access to specialist services

Working in a diverse environment

Qualifications

• Band 5 scientist with experience in neuroimmunology or biochemistry.
• Strong manual skills and interest in complex laboratory techniques.
• Willingness to perform additional roles as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform procedures in accordance with departmental SOPs.
• Support specialized method development and training of staff.
• Undertake analytical and administrative troubleshooting.

Skills

Specialist techniques

Manual skills

Evaluating new complex laboratory techniques

Job description

Job Overview

Expressions of interest are sought for the role of MTO/Trainee Healthcare Scientist (Band 5) in the NHS Neuroimmunology & CSF Laboratory based at the world renowned National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in Queen Square London (part of UCLH). This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual with opportunities to take part in translational R&D.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialist procedures in accordance with departmental SOPs.
• Participate in departmental regular updates, audits, and take on additional duties as required.
• Support specialised method development.
• Train other staff in the team on request.
• Meet service requirements and turnaround times of the Department.
• Undertake analytical, technical, quality management and administrative troubleshooting.
• Maintain adequate supplies of reagents and consumables to ensure reliable service delivery in accordance with ISO 15189:2022.

Qualifications & Experience

• Band 5 scientist capable of carrying out specialist techniques.
• Experience in a Neuroimmunology/biochemistry or immunology diagnostic or research laboratory.
• Highly developed manual skills and a strong interest in evaluating new complex laboratory techniques and tests.
• Willingness to perform additional role duties within the team.

Benefits & Working Environment

• Part of the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery – a national reference centre with international reputation.
• Opportunity to work within a diverse academic NHS trust serving a large and varied population.
• Access to specialist services across eight UCLH sites, including cutting‑edge research and world‑class support services.
• Chance to develop further academic and/or professional qualifications, with support from a scientist with FRCPath and a Professor of Neurology.

About UCLH

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, providing academically led acute and specialist services to patients locally, throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. We deliver top‑quality patient care, excellent education and world‑class research.