Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist | The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist to lead the Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratory sections at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring high-quality standards, and delivering training. Candidates should be registered biomedical scientists with relevant qualifications. This role offers professional development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Must be a registered biomedical scientist with HCPC.
• MSc in Biomedical Science preferred.
• Must have IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratory sections.
• Manage and deploy staff within assigned sections.
• Ensure training and quality standards are highest.
• Support training needs and deliver specialist advice.
• Provide cover for senior specialists when required.
• Deliver training to Specialist Diploma level.
• Drive service improvements within specialist section.

Skills

Registered Biomedical Scientist (HCPC)

MSc in Biomedical Science (or working toward)

IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology

Job description

Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist – Haematology & Coagulation

Location: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (Shrewsbury, Shropshire). The role may require working across sites.

Application closing date: Wednesday 22 Oct 2025.

Qualifications

• Registered Biomedical Scientist (HCPC).
• MSc in Biomedical Science (or working toward).
• IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratory sections.
• Manage and deploy staff within assigned sections.
• Ensure technical performance, training and quality standards are highest.
• Support training needs and deliver specialist advice to clinicians.
• Provide cover for senior specialists and deputise for Deputy Head BMS when required.
• Deliver training to Specialist Diploma level within area of expertise.
• Drive service improvements and innovation within specialist section.
• Undertake equipment evaluation and adapt methodologies for appropriate selection.

Benefits

We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for professional development and a mission-driven team.