Senior Clinical Scientist - Haemostasis & Thrombosis

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Principal Clinical Scientist in Haemostasis and Thrombosis at Kent and Canterbury Hospital. The position requires expertise in clinical haematology, with responsibilities including delivering specialist scientific work and supporting laboratory operations. Candidates should have part 1 FRCPath and an MSc or PhD in a relevant field. This full-time role offers great training opportunities and a commitment to quality in diagnostics.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Varied role with innovative technology

Qualifications

• Registration as a clinical scientist with the HCPC.
• Experience in a designated specialist laboratory with assays for bleeding and thrombotic disorders is desirable.
• Knowledge of UKAS ISO 15189:2022 accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex specialist scientific work demanding skilled performance.
• Contribute to quality management and staff training.
• Participate in journal club and clinical meetings.
• Support operational delivery and review clinical guidelines.
• Assist in implementing a single LIMS solution.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Team-working skills

Education

Part 1 FRCPath

MSc and/or PhD in Clinical Haematology / Haemostasis

Tools

STA-R Max

Ceveron S100

PFA-200

PAP-8

Glomax luminometer

Dynex DS2 ELISA

GeneXpert

Job description

A major healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Principal Clinical Scientist in Haemostasis and Thrombosis at Kent and Canterbury Hospital. The position requires expertise in clinical haematology, with responsibilities including delivering specialist scientific work and supporting laboratory operations. Candidates should have part 1 FRCPath and an MSc or PhD in a relevant field. This full-time role offers great training opportunities and a commitment to quality in diagnostics.