Stem Cell Biomedical Scientist

Integrated Care System; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Stem Cell Biomedical Scientist to join the dynamic team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. The role involves performing laboratory procedures for cellular therapy donations and requires a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with experience in Hematology/Blood Transfusion. The ideal candidate should have a B.Sc. in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent, and previous NHS experience is essential. The position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment committed to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with IBMS Certificate of Competence.
• Experience in NHS and knowledge of Cell Therapies and BMT.
• Ability to work independently with strong manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures for the preservation and provision of cellular therapy products.
• Work independently and participate in service development.
• Perform extended hours as required.

Skills

Technical competence

Strong Numeracy skills

IT skills

Time Management

Supervisory skills

Decision making skills

Education

B.sc Biomedical Sciences

HCPC approved degree

IBMS Specialist Diploma Haematology

Tools

LIMS system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Go back Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Stem Cell Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 04 August 2025

Biomedical Scientist (Band 5) Haematology/Blood Transfusion -

An opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Biomedical Scientists to join the dynamic and evolving team within the Haematology Department at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in the Stem Cell Processing Unit which manages the processing and provision of cellular therapy donations to the South Wales Blood and Marrow Transplant Programme. Duties will be allocated by the Processing Facility Director or Deputy, and will include the performance of laboratory procedures for the safe preservation, storage and provision of cellular therapy products for patient treatment and preparation and analysis of samples for engraftment assessment (chimaerism) post-transplant.

The department is looking for a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with IBMS Certificate of Competence (or equivalent pre-2004).

Previous experience in NHS is essential.

The department would consider a trainee post at Annex 21 Band 5 (75%)

For applications from individuals requiring UK Visa sponsorship, please check the current UK Government Visa regulations before applying - specifically around the salary requirement for Biomedical Scientist roles.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

To work in the Stem Cell Processing Unit and provide a high-quality service to the clinical team

To work independently within the remit of this job description and the Health Professions Council standards of conduct, performance and ethics

To take an active role in service development and validation

The nature of the service is such that there may be a need for the post-holder to work extended hours on an ad hoc basis.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications

• B.s.c Biomedical Sciences or other HCPC approved degree (HND/ C Medical Laboratory Science if pre-1994)
• Additional professional qualifications- (PGD/M.sc/FIBMS) OR BBTS in Stem Cell Transplantation Science HCPC Registration IBMS Specialist Diploma Haematology (If registered via Certificate of Competence)

Experience

• Sufficient experience as a registered BMS working in a Haematology/Blood Transfusion laboratory.
• Knowledge of Cell Therapies and BMT Knowledge and/or experience of Aseptic Non-Touch experience Experience of Handling Liquid Nitrogen.

Skills

• Ability to work independently Technical competence. Must demonstrate good manual dexterity without impairment Strong Numeracy and IT skills Time Management Skills
• Supervisory skills Decision making skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Previous experience of LIMS system

Special knowledge

• Knowledge of good laboratory practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practise (GMP)
• Basic Knowledge of HTA and JACIE regulation Flow cytometry Cell Culture Techniques An understanding of the scientific principles behind Haematopoeitic Stem Cell Transplantation

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.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hopsital of Wales

Haematology Department, Upper ground floor Heath Park Heath

Haematology Department, Upper ground floor Heath Park Heath