Specialist Biomedical Scientist - (annex 21 may apply)

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Glasgow is seeking a part-time Biomedical Scientist to manage technical operations in the Immunology and Neuroimmunology lab. Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic tests and being part of the on-call rota. Candidates must be registered with the Health Care Professions Council and preferably have experience in related laboratory settings. This 1-year fixed-term position requires working 32 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting on 1/4/2026. Informal contact available.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Health Care Professions Council as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Experience in diagnostic laboratory settings for Immunology or Neuroimmunology.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily technical operations in the Immunology and Neuroimmunology laboratory.
• Conduct a variety of diagnostic tests, both manual and automated.
• Participate in an on-call rota after training.

Skills

Registered as a Biomedical Scientist

Experience in Immunology or Neuroimmunology

Job description

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

Role Summary

The post holder will be responsible for carrying out the day‑to‑day technical operations within the Immunology and Neuroimmunology lab based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out day‑to‑day technical operations within the Immunology and Neuroimmunology laboratory.
• Rotate through sections of the laboratory performing a range of manual and automated diagnostic tests.
• May be required to complete a specialist portfolio in Clinical Immunology if not already obtained.
• Participate in a weekend and public holiday on‑call rota after appropriate training.

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health Care Professions Council.
• Experience working within an Immunology or Neuroimmunology diagnostic laboratory, or experience with techniques or methods used within these disciplines.

Employment Details

This is a part‑time post, working 32 hours a week over Monday to Friday. This is initially a 1‑year fixed‑term post, starting on 1/4/2026. Annex 21 may apply.

EEO Statement

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde – NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Armed Forces Covenant

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to be a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Other Information

Informal contact: Sylvia Arthur – [e-mail], 0141 354 9103

Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback. This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence, automated tools, or other third‑party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.