Paediatric Respiratory Physiologist/Cell Biologist | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking an enthusiastic physiologist/cell biologist to join their world-class paediatric respiratory department. You will perform diagnostic tests for conditions like Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, participating in research and staff training. This role offers a unique opportunity to make an impact in child respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic physiologist/cell biologist.
• Experience with physiological tests including spirometry and gas transfer.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests for Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD).
• Contribute to departmental research and participate in MDT meetings.
• Produce reports and assist in teaching and training staff.

Job description

A rare opportunity has arisen to work within the world class paediatric respiratory department based at the Royal Brompton Hospital, London. We are looking for an enthusiastic physiologist/cell biologist to join our multidisciplinary team who diagnose and treat the inherited condition Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD).

The successful candidate will be part of a highly specialist team of scientists and physiologists that perform nasal nitric oxide, nasal brushings and light microscopy for the diagnosis of PCD. In addition, the post holder will perform physiological tests (including spirometry, gas transfer, exhaled nitric oxide measurements and body plethysmography) on children with a range of respiratory conditions and work both in clinic and on the ward.

The successful candidate will work with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) including lab scientists, physiologists, doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, administrators and play specialists. They will be expected to actively participate in MDT meetings and given the opportunity to contribute towards departmental research.

For a detailed job description please see attached. In addition to the laboratory and physiology tests mentioned above the post holder will be expected to produce reports and assist in the teaching and training of staff across the department.

This advert closes on Sunday 23 Nov 2025.