Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Haemostasis)

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS hospital in Camden Town is seeking enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with experience in haemostasis. You will provide high-quality diagnostic services, supporting children with complex bleeding disorders. The role requires post-registration experience and commitment to ongoing learning. This exciting opportunity is part of a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to excellence in pediatric care.

Benefits

Living Wage Employer

Access to educational resources

Qualifications

• Registered Biomedical Scientists with experience in coagulation.
• Completed or actively pursuing IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology.
• Post-registration experience in haematology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support diagnosis and treatment of bleeding and thrombotic disorders.
• Deliver a high-quality diagnostic service.
• Collaborate with clinical leads and senior staff.

Skills

Coagulation expertise

GCP training

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

HCPC registration

IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology

Job description

The Haemostasis Laboratory Service at GOSH plays a critical role in supporting the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of children with complex bleeding and thrombotic disorders, including those under the care of the Haemophilia Comprehensive Care Centre., You will work closely with the Senior Biomedical Scientist, Laboratory Manager and Clinical Leads to deliver a high‑quality diagnostic service.

Our laboratory supports a wide range of specialist investigations tailored to the unique needs of our tertiary paediatric patient population. This post will be a non‑rotational post with a standard working pattern of Monday‑Friday 9am -5:30pm.

As a Trust, we are committed to the training and development of future scientists. The department is IBMS‑accredited and has recently retained ISO 15189:2022 accreditation, with commendation for our training and competency assessment programme. Staff involved in clinical trial work are expected to have Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training in line with regulatory requirements.

We actively encourage staff to pursue further learning through internal and external courses, and benefit from strong links with the UCL Institute of Child Health, including access to library and educational resources.

We welcome informal conversations or visits to discuss the role. For further information, please contact Kiran Sagoo on 0207 829 7883.

Working for our organisation

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long‑term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long‑Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee‑led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

This is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists who have either completed or are actively working towards the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology, and who can demonstrate post‑registration experience in coagulation. A keen interest in specialist haemostasis is essential.

The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.