Specialist Biomedical Scientist

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pediatric hospital in Camden Town seeks a motivated Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Virology. The role requires HCPC registration and experience in NHS laboratories, with responsibilities including clinical diagnostics and research activities. Applicants must be willing to work weekends. This position offers a chance to join a dedicated team in a well-equipped, ISO15189 accredited laboratory.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered biomedical scientist with a background in Virology.
• Experience working in diagnostic laboratories.
• Ability to work rotational shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of clinical diagnostic services.
• Work in various sections of the Virology laboratory.
• Participate in weekend working and research activities.

Skills

HCPC registration

Experience in NHS Virology/Molecular laboratory

Serology expertise

Real-time PCR proficiency

Research participation

Job description

Overview

Department of Microbiology, Virology and Infection Prevention Control Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Virology. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPC-registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Virology. This is a role to support the Virology diagnostic laboratory. The successful candidate is expected to have experience in an NHS Virology/Molecular laboratory. The successful candidate will be required to participate in weekend working (Saturday shifts). The department provides an extensive range of investigations to support the specialist patient population of this tertiary referral paediatric hospital, and also provides a specialist service to other hospitals. This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a very experienced and dedicated team to gain extra skills and knowledge of paediatric Virology. This is a vibrant, progressive, well equipped, and a ISO15189 accredited laboratory. For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact the Laboratory Manager 02078298661. INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD ON Thursday 23rd October.

Main duties

• To assist in the provision of all aspects of the clinical diagnostic service as part of the Directorate of Core Clinical Services and Medicine Tests and Therapies (MTT).
• To work within, on a rotational basis together with other biomedical scientists, one or more section of the Virology laboratory including serology, viral real-time PCR, pan-bacterial and 16S PCR, sequencing.
• To participate in weekend working.
• To participate in the research activities of the department.

General

• Any other duties, which may be required for the provision of the laboratory service subject to agreement between the manager and the post holder.
• The job description is intended as an outline of the areas of activity and can be amended in the light of the changing needs of the service and will be reviewed as necessary in conjunction with the post-holder.

Diversity and inclusion

We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we\'ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.

Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.

We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.