Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist (LW)

NHS National Services Scotland; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist to lead in a dynamic cellular pathology department. This role offers the opportunity to manage laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with UKAS ISO:15189 standards while mentoring and training staff. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in NHS diagnostic environments and a strong educational background in Biomedical Science. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to equality and diversity, with a supportive atmosphere for professional growth and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Significant post-HCPC registration experience in NHS diagnostic cellular pathology.
• Proven experience supervising and training staff.

Responsibilities

• Line managerial responsibility for the main laboratory.
• Perform Quality/training officer role.

Skills

Supervision

Training

Communication Skills

Quality Assurance

Understanding of UKAS ISO:15189

Education

MSc in Biomedical Science

Job description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified, HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists for the position of Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the Department of Cellular Pathology.

The successful applicant will 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).

You will have line managerial responsibility for the main laboratory and perform a Quality/training officer role. Proven experience supervising, training, and outstanding communication skills are required, along with a clear understanding of UKAS ISO:15189 accreditation standards.

The Department holds UKAS ISO 15189 accreditation and is an approved IBMS training laboratory.

Additional Information

• For full details of the post, see the accompanying job description.
• For informal enquiries, contact Derek Selbie ([e-mail]), Service Manager, ext 28488, or Gillian Leitch ([e-mail]), Training/Quality Manager, ext 29123.

Equal Opportunities and Support

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all employees are legally entitled to work in the UK. If you are not a UK or Irish national, you must confirm your right to work in your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity, encouraging applications from all sections of society, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We support flexible working, family-friendly policies, and make reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates, those with long-term conditions, or who are neurodivergent.