Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Special Chemistry)

NHS; Brighton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Biomedical Scientist to join their dynamic team in Brighton. This role involves providing specialist biochemistry services, utilizing advanced techniques such as ICP-MS and high-resolution mass spectrometry. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a supportive environment, ensuring timely and accurate diagnostic services. With a focus on professional development, this position offers opportunities for growth and the chance to make a significant impact in patient care. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to excellence in healthcare.

Benefits

Extensive Wellbeing Programme

Diversity and Inclusion Networks

Buddy System for New Members

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist is essential.
• 2 years post registration NHS lab experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality analytical service in Special Chemistry and Toxicology.
• Support training and mentoring of junior staff.

Skills

Clinical Biochemistry

ICP-MS

Electrophoresis

Time-management

Communication Skills

Education

HCPC Registration

Specialist Portfolio

Tools

High-resolution mass spectrometry

FTIR-ATR

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced HCPC registered specialist biomedical scientist to join the Special Chemistry & Toxicology department at Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton. The department is UKAS accredited and also holds IBMS laboratory training approval to deliver registration and specialist training.

You will work with a friendly and dynamic team of biomedical scientists, to assist in the provision of a specialist biochemistry service, including ICP-MS trace metal analysis and First Trimester screening, amongst other specialist techniques. The Special Chemistry & Toxicology section boasts an extensive repertoire of specialist work and state-of-the-art equipment such as high-resolution mass spectrometry, ICP-MS, gel and capillary electrophoresis, isoelectric focussing and FTIR-ATR amongst other techniques.

You will undertake a range of complex investigations using a variety of techniques including manual, semi-automated and automated methods to assist in the diagnosis of disease and monitoring of treatment.

The post holder will be based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.

Applicants with at least 75% completed IBMS specialist portfolio (or demonstrable equivalent experience) will be considered.

Main duties of the job

You will work in Special Chemistry and Toxicology providing a high quality and timely analytical service to users. This includes ICP-MS for trace metal analysis and First Trimester screening for trisomy 21,18,13. Other duties include isoelectric focussing for oligoclonal bands, serum protein electrophoresis and drugs of abuse testing amongst other techniques.

You will support the senior BMS team within the section to provide training and mentoring to junior staff and trainees, and to assist in troubleshooting and quality management tasks.

You must be able to demonstrate excellent time-management and organisational skills and technical expertise, and be confident working as an autonomous practitioner. You should have excellent communication skills as you will be working with laboratory staff across sites and disciplines, clinical staff and external users of our service.

It is an essential requirement that you have either completed a Specialist IBMS Portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry, or have successfully completed its predecessor, the CPSM/HPC logbook and oral examination, or must be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.

The department has a 24/7 shift system in place. You may be able to undertake additional overtime (e.g. weekend shifts) in the automated section once satisfying appropriate competency assessment. For further details, please review the attached job description and person specification.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Details Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum (plus shift enhancement)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-7017064-MAY25

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Job description Job responsibilities

In addition to the above information, please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for full details

Job description Job responsibilities

In addition to the above information, please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for full details

Person Specification HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist Essential

• HCPC registered

Specialist Portfolio Essential

• Specialist portfolio completed

Desirable

• In progress

Clinical Biochemistry experience Essential

• 2 years post registration NHS lab experience

Desirable

• Experience of specialist techniques (e.g. LCMS/ICPMS)
• Experience of First Trimester screening

ED&I and Skills Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist Essential

• HCPC registered

Specialist Portfolio Essential

• Specialist portfolio completed

Desirable

• In progress

Clinical Biochemistry experience Essential

• 2 years post registration NHS lab experience

Desirable

• Experience of specialist techniques (e.g. LCMS/ICPMS)
• Experience of First Trimester screening

ED&I and Skills Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)