Specialist / Registered / Trainee Biomedical Scientist

NHS; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is looking for a Biomedical Scientist for their Blood Sciences department at Lincoln County Hospital. Responsibilities include processing pathology samples, performing investigations, and using advanced laboratory equipment. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in Biomedical Sciences and be registered or eligible to register with HCPC. The role offers a salary between £31,049 and £46,580 per year and supports flexible working practices.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• Relevant UK NHS laboratory experience.
• Registration with, or eligibility to register with, HCPC (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Processing of pathology samples.
• Performing routine and complex pathology investigations.
• Technical validation of patient results using laboratory middleware.

Skills

Good communication skills

Keyboard skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

BSc in Biomedical Sciences (IBMS accredited)

Tools

Roche Cobas c8000

Sysmex XN 2000

Werfen ACL TOP

Bio-Rad IH-500

Job description

Overview

Biomedical Scientist position within Pathology - Blood Sciences at Lincoln County Hospital. Employed grade depends on candidates, qualifications, experience and potential. After a period of training, the successful applicant will work in all sections of the laboratory: Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion. The laboratory’s current analytical equipment includes Roche Cobas c8000, Sysmex XN 2000, Werfen ACL TOP and Bio-Rad IH-500.

Requirements include good communication and keyboard skills and the ability to work under pressure. Although part of a team of Biomedical Scientists, once fully trained, candidates should be able to work independently. Participation in the 24-hour shift service is a requirement of the post. Training within the post will be provided if necessary, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is encouraged.

Main duties

Biomedical Scientists carry out a range of laboratory and scientific tests to support diagnosis and treatment of disease. The successful candidate will work as part of the multidisciplinary Blood Sciences laboratory after appropriate training and completion of the relevant in-house competencies. They will use either automated instrumentation or manual techniques to perform routine and specialist investigations on samples in accordance with Path Links Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Responsibilities include routine maintenance on complex, high-value laboratory equipment, troubleshooting and rectifying issues, and/or seeking appropriate assistance. The work is varied, practical and analytical.

The main responsibilities of the successful candidate will be:

• Processing of pathology samples
• Entering patient requests and results using a LIMS
• Performing routine and complex pathology investigations
• Ability to accurately use a calibrated pipette
• Loading/unloading and filing of samples
• Use and maintenance of automated analytical platforms
• Technical validation of patient results using various laboratory middleware (B5/B6)
• Clinical authorisation of patient results (B6 only)
• Interpretation of internal and external controls
• Day-to-day supervisory responsibility over lower-grade support staff
• Communicating results and other queries with service users by telephone or other means

About us

The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest NHS partnerships, serving over one million patients annually with a budget of over £1.3 billion. It comprises Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH). The partnership employs around 20,000 staff across major hospital sites and is involved in teaching and research across multiple disciplines. The partnership is committed to a diverse, inclusive, innovative and caring workforce to deliver excellent patient care.

Details

Date posted: 10 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £31,049 to £46,580 a year pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 208-EE384F-25-1

Job locations: Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, DN33 2BA

Person Specification

Essential

• Relevant UK NHS laboratory experience
• BSc in Biomedical Sciences (IBMS accredited degree or IBMS accredited equivalent)
• Registration with, or eligibility to register with, HCPC (desirable)

Desirable

• Experience in all Blood science disciplines (Haematology, Transfusion and Clinical Chemistry)
• Training experience; evidence of teamwork and overall suitability
• Have or be near to completing the IBMS Registration Portfolio; IBMS Specialist Portfolio

Other information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a Disclosure to the DBS. Applicants may require skilled worker sponsorship. UK professional registration is required. Flexible working and work-life balance options are supported as part of our employment practices. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. DBS checks may be required for role requirements.