Trainee Clinical Scientist/Clinical Scientist

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Trainee Clinical Scientist to support stem cell transplantation and HLA testing. The position provides extensive training and development opportunities within a professional laboratory environment. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in Biological Sciences and relevant experience, focusing on teamwork and accuracy. The role includes participation in the out-of-hours on-call rota, ensuring a significant contribution to patient care.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

NHS pension scheme

Continuous learning culture

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• BSc in Biological Sciences or relevant equivalent experience.
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Perform scientific and technical procedures and investigations.
• Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota.
• Coordinate and supervise the work, training, and conduct of scientific and support staff.

Job description

Trainee Clinical Scientist/Clinical Scientist

The H&I laboratory at Colindale supports stem cell transplantation for NHS teaching Hospitals, platelet refractoriness and immunogenetic testing for susceptibility genes to aid disease diagnosis and drug hypersensitivity. We also provide national testing support for HLA selected transfusion and British Bone Marrow Registry (BBMR) testing. Youll join our friendly team and play an important role performing, analysing and interpreting a wide range of specialist scientific and technical procedures and investigations relating to the issue of results for patients and donors impacting directly on patient care. In addition, you will be involved with the supply of HLA selected platelet units, providing advice to clinicians, contributing to the coordination and supervision of the work, training and conduct of scientific and support staff. We will provide you with extensive induction and training and ongoing development to support you in this role and achieve your career ambitions.Working within a laboratory that promotes the highest standards, you will also participate in the out of hours on-call rota in support of the issue of HLA selected products

Main duties of the job

As a Trainee Clinical Scientist, the ideal candidate will have experience in the field of H&I. This position is particularly suited to someone who has completed the BSHI Diploma and is preparing for HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist in H&I. You will have the ability to work to a high degree of accuracy and precision and be able to work independently and with a team. In return youll benefit from an excellent pension, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, using modern equipment and practices where you can develop your specialist skills and scientific education.As a Clinical Scientist, HCPC registered, in H&I you will have a specialist qualification such as the BSHI Diploma, MSc, or equivalent relevant experience. You will have the ability to work to a high degree of accuracy and precision and be able to work independently and with a team. In return youll benefit from an excellent pension, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, using modern equipment and practices where you can develop your specialist skills and scientific education.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Job responsibilities

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What we offer:

• NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
• We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Qualifications and Training Band 6
• BSc in Biological Sciences or relevant equivalent experience.
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
• Qualifications and Training Band 7
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Scientist (which must be maintained).
• BSc in Biological/Medical sciences or relevant science degree or equivalent.
• MSc or equivalent in transplantation, immunology, transfusion or relevant science or post graduate qualification e.g. British Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (BSHI) Diploma, specialist portfolio, FIBMS OR equivalent relevant experience.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

Experience

• Experience and Knowledge Band 6
• Broad knowledge of a relevant biological science.
• Experience of working in a laboratory environment.
• Evidence of involvement in Research and Development Projects.
• Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).
• Experience and Knowledge Band 7
• In depth knowledge and expertise in clinical solid organ and/or stem cell transplantation science.
• Proficiency in relevant specialised laboratory techniques / environments.
• Experience of working to relevant quality and accreditation systems and standards.
• Evidence of involvement in Research and Development Projects.
• Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), or equivalent Systems.