Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Microbiology

Spacecreators bv; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Salisbury seeks an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology. The role involves contributing to diagnostic services, conducting tests, and supervising support staff. Applicants must possess a BSc in Biomedical Sciences, HCPC registration, and an IBMS Specialist Diploma. The position offers full and part-time contracts with a salary range of £38,682 to £46,580 annually. Benefits include NHS discounts and 35 days paid holiday. The successful candidates will be engaged in extended hours, weekends, and on-call cover.

Benefits

NHS discounts

Minimum of 35 days paid holiday

Generous pension scheme

On-site leisure centre

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC registered and have an IBMS Specialist Portfolio.
• Two years post registration experience in an HCPC approved diagnostic microbiology laboratory.
• Knowledge of laboratory information and management computer system.

Responsibilities

• Uses interpretative skills to determine the significance of laboratory test results.
• Performs manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations.
• Supervises the work of Medical Laboratory Assistants and trainees.

Skills

Advanced Microbiology techniques

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to work alone or in a team

Education

BSc Hons Biomedical Sciences or equivalent

IBMS Specialist Diploma in Microbiology

MSC

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, well motivated and suitably qualified Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology to work at Salisbury District Hospital. Working as part of a team you will contribute to the provision and further development of a high quality diagnostic service. You will support the Senior Biomedical Scientists responsible for the day to day organisation of the laboratory. You should be highly motivated, a good communicator and enjoy working as part of a Pathology wide team.

Rotation throughout the laboratory will be expected and training will be provided. The laboratory has core hours of 09:00 - 17:30, but provides 24/7 cover via extended hours and an on-call service. Once successful training is complete, the successful candidates will be expected to participate fully in extended hours and weekends, Bank holiday and on‑call rotas.

Applicants must be HCPC registered and have an IBMS Specialist Portfolio.

Main duties of the job

• Uses interpretative skills to determine the pathogenic and clinical significance of the results of laboratory tests including:
  • Preparing, examining and reporting on microscopic examination of specimens.
  • Deciding on appropriate tests and procedures to identify pathogenic organisms.
  • Performing and interpreting molecular diagnostic tests.
  • Referring results for clinical interpretation or opinion.
• Performs manual, semi‑automated and fully automated laboratory investigations.
• Takes corrective action when quality control or assurance procedures indicate loss of performance of the laboratory instruments or methods.
• Ensures first line troubleshooting of complex analytical equipment or methods.
• Performs work strictly according to current Standard Operating Procedures.
• Safely handles blood, urine, faeces, organs, other body tissue, and hazardous materials.
• Participates in the introduction of new equipment or methods.
• Supervises the work and monitors performance of Medical Laboratory Assistants, Associate Practitioners and trainees/students.
• Participates in the maintenance and the further development of the quality system.

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

About Us

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we’re driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.

We are an acute Trust, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On‑site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.

Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don’t just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visiting www.experiencesalisbury.co.uk

Details

Date posted: 05 January 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata if part time

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 269‑SFT9558

Job location: Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, Odstock Road, Salisbury, SP2 8BJ

Person Specification

• Essential
  • BSc Hons Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
  • Registration with HCPC
  • IBMS Specialist Diploma in Microbiology
• Desirable
  • MSC
• Experience
  • Two years post registration experience in an HCPC approved diagnostic microbiology laboratory
  • Knowledge of laboratory information and management computer system
  • Knowledge of safety
  • Ability to use, control and maintain analytical equipment
  • Ability to train/support less qualified/experienced staff
• Desirable
  • Experience of internal and external QA.
• Knowledge and skills
  • Advanced Microbiology techniques
  • Ability to work alone or in a team
  • Good interpersonal skills
• Other Job related requirements
  • Able to work Saturday/Sundays/Public holidays

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer Details

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, Odstock Road, Salisbury, SP2 8BJ

Website: https://www.salisbury.nhs.uk/