Biomedical Scientist: Sponsorship Available

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Job Summary

The Haematological Malignancy Diagnostic (HMDN) laboratory in Nottingham is a regional centre for the diagnosis and monitoring of haematological malignancies. Based within Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust, we provide specialist diagnostic services to healthcare providers across the East Midlands and beyond.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist to join our expert team consisting of scientific, administrative and medical staff. We utilise a comprehensive range of diagnostic techniques, including flow cytometry and morphological analysis, to deliver accurate and timely results. This role is critical in identifying and classifying haematological malignancies and guiding clinicians to make informed decisions for patient treatment and monitoring.

We are a quality-driven service, committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient care. Our laboratory operates in full compliance with ISO 15189 accreditation, ensuring a robust and reliable service for patients and clinicians.

As part of a leading teaching hospital trust, we are dedicated to continuous improvement, research, training, and innovation in haematopathology. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills in a dynamic and supportive environment, making a direct impact on patient care

Main duties of the job

  • Immunophenotyping Laboratory – Working independently and as part of a team to perform flow cytometry testing within the Immunophenotyping lab. This includes sample preparation, instrument setup, data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting senior staff in the day-to-day running of the lab.
  • Quality Management– Supporting the laboratory’s quality management system will be a key aspect of the role. This will include performing internal audits, maintaining and updating laboratory documentation (SOPs), managing equipment, and recording and investigating laboratory incidents.
  • Training & Development– Participating in the training and mentoring of junior staff, students, and visitors to the laboratory.
  • Service Development– Contributing to the development and implementation of new techniques, technologies, and workflow optimisations to enhance service efficiency and diagnostic capabilities.

The HMDN department is open 08:00-18:00 Monday-Friday and the post holder will be expected to participate in a rota to cover these hours. With future departmental expansions, weekend working may be also be required.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

  • Completion/close to completion of the IBMS registration portfolio for the certificate of competence.
  • HCPC registration or working towards HCPC registration within the next 6 months
  • IBMS Accredited Biomedical Science degree (or completion of top-up modules)
  • Demonstrates a commitment to continuing education/training/relevant CPD

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working within a Clinical Laboratory in a healthcare setting.
  • Knowledge of appropriate laboratory techniques, including Flow Cytometry and Morphological staining.
  • Able to demonstrate competency in appropriate laboratory techniques.
  • Awareness of the laboratory quality processes.

Desirable

  • Experience of flow cytometry within a clinical setting.
  • Awareness of method development and new technologies

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).

Closing Date: 17 March 2025

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