Senior Microbiology BMS - Serology & Quality (Band 7)

Pulse Healthcare; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare seeks a Band 7 Locum Biomedical Scientist (Serology/Quality) in Bedfordshire. This full-time, ongoing role operates on core hours Monday to Friday, with an hourly rate to be negotiated, contributing to a busy laboratory service.

You will perform culture, identification and susceptibility testing of clinical specimens, with emphasis on serology/quality processes. HCPC registration and UKAS quality documentation are expected, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is essential.
• Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent required.
• Experience in Microbiology within a UK-based laboratory.
• Quality focus including documentation and UKAS-related activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform culture, identification and susceptibility testing of clinical specimens.
• Detect bacterial infections using manual and automated methods.

Skills

HCPC registration

Biomedical science degree

Microbiology in UK lab

Quality documentation/UKAS

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Biomedical Science

Job description

Pulse Healthcare seeks a Band 7 Locum Biomedical Scientist (Serology/Quality) in Bedfordshire. This full-time, ongoing role operates on core hours Monday to Friday, with an hourly rate to be negotiated, contributing to a busy laboratory service.

You will perform culture, identification and susceptibility testing of clinical specimens, with emphasis on serology/quality processes. HCPC registration and UKAS quality documentation are expected, along with strong analytical and communication skills.