Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist (LW)

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their dynamic team in Edinburgh. This role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring quality standards, and providing training to staff. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in NHS diagnostic laboratories and hold an MSc in Biomedical Science. The organization values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly policies

Support for disabled candidates

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant post-HCPC registration experience in NHS diagnostic laboratories.
• MSc in Biomedical Science or completion within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Line management for the main laboratory and performing Quality/Training Officer role.
• Supervising and training staff while ensuring UKAS ISO:15189 compliance.

Skills

Post-HCPC registration experience

Communication skills

Quality assurance knowledge

Supervisory skills

Education

MSc in Biomedical Science

Job description

Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist (LW), Edinburgh

Client: NHS Scotland

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 52d53754e7c5

Job Views: 3

Posted: 10.05.2025

Expiry Date: 24.06.2025

Job Description:

The position is based at Victoria Hospital. Applications are invited from suitably qualified, HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists for the role of Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the Department of Cellular Pathology.

The successful candidate should have significant post-HCPC registration experience in an NHS diagnostic cellular (Histopathology) pathology laboratory and hold an MSc in Biomedical Science (or be within 12 months of completion).

Responsibilities include line management for the main laboratory, performing a Quality/Training Officer role, supervising, training, and demonstrating outstanding communication skills. A clear understanding of UKAS ISO:15189 accreditation standards is required. The department holds UKAS ISO 15189 accreditation and is an approved IBMS training laboratory.

For full details, refer to the accompanying job description.

For informal enquiries, contact Derek Selbie, Service Manager at ext 28488, or Gillian Leitch, Training/Quality Manager at ext 29123.

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all employees are legally entitled to work in the UK. Non-UK or Irish nationals must confirm their right to work in their application. NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity, aiming for a workforce that is truly representative and where each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

We offer flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support for disabled candidates, long-term conditions, or neurodivergent individuals through reasonable adjustments.