Senior Biomedical Scientist - Immunology

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Tees Valley is seeking a Senior Biomedical Scientist specializing in Immunology. The successful candidate will manage and perform specialized immunological investigations and ensure quality control within the laboratory. Candidates must have HCPC registration and relevant experience at a specialist level. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within the NHS framework.

Benefits

Leadership and improvement training

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).
• Needs to complete MSc or equivalent in Immunology within 3 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Perform, interpret, and authorize Immunology investigations.
• Lead and support service improvement and innovation projects.
• Supervise laboratory operations and staff.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques

Working knowledge of Pathology IT systems

Knowledge of ISO15189 standards

Knowledge of relevant legislation and Health & Safety measures

Education

HCPC Registration

FIBMS, MSc or equivalent in Immunology or Biomedical Science

Job description

Go back South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Biomedical Scientist - Immunology

The closing date is 01 December 2025

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Band 7 Biomedical Scientist to join our Immunology team as part of the Tees Valley Pathology (TVP) service operating out of University Hospital Tees sites (including North Tees and Hartlepool Hospital, Stockton on Tees, Friarage Hospital Northallerton and James Cook University Hospital, Middlesborough). Candidates for this post should be HCPC registered, hold an IBMS accredited specialist portfolio and have experience of working various shifts across both core and non‑core hours. Consideration may be given to other healthcare scientist practitioners who demonstrate, on application, the appropriate knowledge, skills and Qualification applicable to the post.

Main duties of the job

You will play a key role in performing, interpreting, and authorising a wide range of specialist Immunology investigations, supporting the diagnosis and management of autoimmune, allergic, and immunodeficiency disorders. The post-holder will also:

• Lead and support service improvement and innovation projects to enhance quality, efficiency, and turnaround times.
• Supervise day‑to‑day laboratory operations, staff, and workflows, ensuring service demands and KPIs are met.
• Support assay development, validation, and implementation of new technologies.
• Maintain UKAS accreditation through effective quality control, audit, and documentation.
• Collaborate closely with the clinical lead and other senior staff to develop and deliver a responsive and efficient service.
• Provide training, mentorship, and appraisals for Biomedical Scientists, trainees, and support staff.

The department provides a comprehensive regional Immunology service for Tees Valley and other NHS Trusts, processing over 170,000 tests annually.

About us

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the Trust. This training programme is designed to support leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills, covering leadership within the NHS, promoting Trust Values and Behaviours, developing leadership effectiveness and skills, and building practitioner level skills in quality improvement.

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)
• FIBMS, MSc or equivalent in Immunology or Biomedical Science (if not completed, needs to be within 3 months of appointment)

Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques and Biomedical science
• Working knowledge of Pathology IT systems.
• Knowledge of ISO15189 standards
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and Health & Safety measures

Experience

• Significant post‑registration experience at Specialist Biomedical Scientist level or equivalent in Immunology
• Experience of using instrumentation and specialised techniques within Immunology
• Method validation and verification expertise

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust