Senior Biomedical Scientist - Training & Lab Analytics Lead

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wakefield is seeking a Band 7 Advanced Biomedical Scientist to manage the Blood Sciences Laboratories. This role involves ensuring high technical standards and training junior staff, alongside conducting advanced scientific testing. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the ongoing development of Biochemistry services, contributing to continuous service improvement and professional training initiatives. Join a friendly, inclusive team that prioritizes work-life balance and offers extensive employee benefits.

Benefits

NHS pension plan

Generous holiday allowance

Employee health and wellbeing services

Childcare vouchers

Carer-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Registered Biomedical Scientist with relevant experience.
• A strong focus on training and development within the department.
• Ability to handle hazardous materials and ensure safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all work is carried out to high technical, scientific and professional standards.
• Conduct a broad range of scientific and technical work as per the Chief Biomedical Scientist's requirements.
• Test bodily fluids and tissues, ensuring to maintain high safety standards.
• Monitor quality control and communicate urgent results to clinicians.
• Support development by training junior staff.

Skills

High technical standards

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Professional development

Education

Accredited Biomedical Science degree

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Wakefield is seeking a Band 7 Advanced Biomedical Scientist to manage the Blood Sciences Laboratories. This role involves ensuring high technical standards and training junior staff, alongside conducting advanced scientific testing. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the ongoing development of Biochemistry services, contributing to continuous service improvement and professional training initiatives. Join a friendly, inclusive team that prioritizes work-life balance and offers extensive employee benefits.