Job Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest microbiology departments in England as a Biomedical scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist. The Manchester Medical Microbiology Partnership (MMMP) is a collaboration between Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the leading Trust for teaching, research and specialist services in the North West of England.
You will work as part of the laboratory team, providing a high level of microbiological analysis in order to provide patients with the highest level of diagnosis and treatment.
The Microbiology delivered from the Manchester Royal Infirmary site employs around 130 staff and has a workload of approximately 1.2 million specimens. The department embraces all aspects of a modern clinical bacteriology service combining traditional methodologies with laboratory automation.
This role is advertised as a Band 6, however we will also consider applicants as a Band 5 dependent on experience.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will act as a registered Biomedical/Specialist Biomedical scientist who provides scientific services to patients and clients as an aid to clinical diagnosis of microbiological disease. Accuracy and attention to detail is essential
The post holder would be expected to assist in any UKHSA co-ordinated response or activity of a national/international nature, e.g. Bioterrorism incident or a major disease e.g. SARS, H5N1 influenza, Enteric outbreak etc.
Utilising the appropriate testing, and in a timely manner, to assist the Consultant Microbiologists, and thus ensure the correct clinical diagnosis.
To perform a range of bacteriological technical and scientific activities, including testing samples referred from other NHS and UKHSA laboratories.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- IBMS validated Biomedical Sciences Degree or Equivalent
- Evidence of CPD in accordance with Health Professions Council guidelines
- Extensive post-registration experience in Microbiology/Virology as a BMS Practitioner, and hold an IBMS specialist portfolio or evidence of equivalent knowledge and experience
Desirable
- Undertaking further studies towards MSc / Higher Specialist Diploma
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Evidence of post registration speciality training, in accordance with IBMS guidelines or equivalent
- Have extensive working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed
- Also to demonstrate a sound understanding of the basic physiology, pathology and scientific principles relevant to Microbiology / Virology
- Able to operate and maintain complex automated and semiautomated equipment
- Display experience and competency in all laboratory areas
- Demonstrate a sound knowledge and application of quality systems, with particular reference to UKAS
- Knowledge of Laboratory IT programmes
Desirable
- Development of special interest and expertise in one or more areas of the laboratory, for example audit, quality, R&D, safety, training, molecular Bacteriology/Virology, EM work, serology etc.
- Knowledge of common IT programmes such as Word / Excel
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.
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).
Closing Date: 24 December 2024
