Senior Biomedical Scientist, Microbiology & Lab Leadership

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology to join our team. The role supports a 7-day service across bacteriology, virology, mycology, serology, parasitology and molecular testing with a focus on supervision and training.

You will supervise staff, ensure quality management, and liaise with healthcare colleagues to deliver high-quality diagnostic services. Experience in a large hospital lab and HCPC registration are essential.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a BSc or equivalent.
• Evidence of CPD activities.
• MSc or equivalent level of knowledge in relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Supervise processing of pathological specimens for screening, diagnostic and monitoring purposes and provide accurate, timely data.
• Supervise and manage staff working in the area of expertise.
• Provide training and competency assessment of staff within the area of expertise.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals and outside organisations to maximise service effectiveness.
• Perform Quality Management System duties to meet ISO 15189 and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee day-to-day running of the section, including troubleshooting and escalation.
• Line manage staff of various grades (bands 2–6) including appraisals and sickness/conduct management.
• Maintain HCPC registration and specialist knowledge of Bacteriology.
• Weekends and bank holidays are worked on rotation.

Skills

Team supervision

CPD evidence

Education

HCPC registered

BSc (HCPC approved Biomedical Science degree)

MSc or equivalent

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology to join our team. The role supports a 7-day service across bacteriology, virology, mycology, serology, parasitology and molecular testing with a focus on supervision and training.

You will supervise staff, ensure quality management, and liaise with healthcare colleagues to deliver high-quality diagnostic services. Experience in a large hospital lab and HCPC registration are essential.