Principal Clinical Scientist

Synnovis Analytics; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare diagnostics provider is seeking a motivated Principal Clinical Scientist to join their Trace Elements Laboratory. This role offers a pathway to a Consultant position, focusing on both scientific and operational delivery, including method development, validation, and clinical interpretation. Candidates must be HCPC-registered and have experience in trace element analysis. This position provides the opportunity to enhance leadership skills and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered with relevant experience in trace element analysis.
• Strong understanding of clinical biochemistry and laboratory quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Trace Elements Laboratory.
• Contribute to method development and validation of assays.
• Assist in clinical interpretation of results and provide scientific advice.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 15189 and contribute to quality assurance.
• Gain experience in strategic planning and leadership.

Skills

Trace element analysis

Clinical biochemistry

Quality systems compliance

Leadership

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Principal Clinical Scientist to join the nationally recognised Trace Elements Laboratory at King's College Hospital, a supra-regional assay and advisory service (SAAS), on a Band 8a Fixed-Term Contract. This post is designed as a route of succession to the Consultant Clinical Scientist role, offering a structured pathway for professional development and leadership progression. The successful candidate will play a key role in the scientific and operational delivery of the trace elements service, including method development, validation, and clinical interpretation. You will contribute to quality assurance, service improvement, and compliance with ISO 15189 standards, while working closely with the Consultant Clinical Scientist to gain experience in strategic planning, clinical liaison, and leadership. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious Clinical Scientist to step into a senior role, with the potential to transition into the Consultant position subject to performance, service needs, and completion of agreed objectives.

• Support the delivery of the nationally recognised Trace Elements Laboratory at King's College Hospital (SAAS).
• Contribute to method development, validation, and implementation of trace element assays.
• Assist in clinical interpretation of results and provide scientific advice to healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 15189 and contribute to quality assurance and service improvement.
• Work closely with the Consultant Clinical Scientist to gain experience in strategic planning and leadership.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and provide input into clinical decision-making.
• Support training and supervision of junior scientific and technical staff.
• Contribute to research, audit, and innovation projects to enhance service delivery.
• Progress through a structured development plan as part of the succession pathway to the Consultant role.
  Applicants must be HCPC-registered with relevant experience in trace element analysis and a strong understanding of clinical biochemistry and laboratory quality systems.