Senior Biomedical Scientist (Fixed-term)
Blood Transfusion – TDL Manchester, Salford. Fixed‑term contract until October 2026, full‑time (37.5 hours per week). Salary up to £57,446 per annum DOE inclusive of regional pay allowance.
About us
Sonic Healthcare is an internationally renowned healthcare provider with a demonstrable track record of medical services across the world. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, Sonic is an ASX Top 50 company that has grown to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers, specialising in pathology, radiology and primary care medical centres. We have operations in Australia, the USA, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Ireland and New Zealand. Sonic Healthcare UK encompasses the two main entities in the UK, The Doctors Laboratory (TDL) and Health Services Laboratories (HSL). HSL is a partnership between The Doctors Laboratory (TDL), Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH). HSL was formed to provide pathology services to the NHS Trusts and has expanded further to provide services to other NHS Trusts. Over 3,500 staff work at Sonic Healthcare UK, primarily under the TDL or HSL banner. Our purpose is to deliver medically‑led diagnostics, innovation, value and long‑term investment to healthcare.
On‑boarding for this role requires a DBS check (standard).
Job summary
Do you have a background in transfusion and are you looking for your next career step? If so, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior BMS to work in the TDL Blood Transfusion Laboratory, Manchester, assisting the Lead BMS in the daily management of the department on a 12‑month fixed‑term basis to cover maternity leave.
Main duties of the job
You will have a strong transfusion background and be looking to develop managerial and professional responsibilities in a progressive and forward‑thinking department, working with a friendly and collaborative team within blood sciences. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing quality improvement and innovation initiatives for the transfusion laboratory. You will be an excellent communicator who enjoys working in a busy, complex environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve tight deadlines.
You will be involved in the operational responsibility for our UKAS accredited Blood Transfusion laboratories located in the TDL Manchester hub, and for Blood Transfusion Quality Management across several remote private hospital sites. You will support the ongoing Blood Tracking system across the TDL/HSL group and implement the new BT LIMS over the next 12 months. The hub laboratory is equipped with a Grifols Eflexis blood grouping analyser and a Grifols Wadiana analyser. Your work will ensure the department continues to deliver a high‑quality, timely and effective service, where patient experience and safety are central.
The role requires flexibility, high organisation, effective delegation, and a positive “can‑do” attitude.
Benefits
- Training and development opportunities – supporting professional development
- Annual salary review – salary and progression aligned to our internal pay structure
- Discounted gym membership – corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms
- Cash healthcare plan – cashback on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and optician
- Sick Pay Entitlement – one month’s full pay and one month’s half pay after probation
- Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover
- Life Assurance – providing salary continuation for long‑term illness (six‑month qualifying period)
- Employee Assistance Programme – supporting staff wellbeing
- Season Ticket Loan Scheme – interest‑free loan for the cost of an annual travel ticket
- Perkbox – access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high‑street discounts
- Company Pension Scheme – company and staff contributions increase with service
- Competitive annual leave allowance – 29 days (pro‑rata)
- Flexible working hours – flexibility around shift patterns and working schedule
Location: TDL Manchester, Regents Place, 4 Windsor Street, Salford M5 4HB. Contract ends October 2026.
Senior Biomedical Scientist (Fixed in Stretford employer: Health Services Laboratories
Health Services Laboratories is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can lead a dedicated team in delivering critical blood transfusion services. With a strong commitment to staff development and compliance with industry standards, employees benefit from continuous growth opportunities and a supportive culture that values teamwork and excellence. Located within the vibrant NHS framework, this role not only provides meaningful work but also contributes significantly to patient care across UCLH and beyond.
Contact Details:
Health Services Laboratories Recruitment Team
