Senior Biomedical Scientist - Peterborough in Cambridge

Job summaryElevate Your Expertise in Immunology: Join Our Team of Dedicated Professionals!Are you ready to take your career in Biomedical Science to the next level? We're offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Biomedical Scientist to join our committed Immunology team. You'll collaborate closely with our Immunology Laboratory Manager, Biomedical Scientists and Consultant Immunologists to deliver a high-quality, safe and efficient Immunology that prioritises patient care and customer satisfaction.As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to deepen your specialist knowledge and skills within an IBMS registered training facility dedicated to education, training and clinical excellence. We're looking for a proactive and driven individual who is passionate about making a difference in Immunology.Why Join Us?Enhance your expertise in a supportive environment committed to ongoing education and clinical excellence.Work alongside experienced professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.Participate in practical assessments and presentations as part of the interview process, ensuring you're fully prepared to excel in this role.Please note that interviews will be conducted on-site due to the practical nature of the assessments. Unfortunately, remote interviews cannot be accommodated.Main duties of the jobYou will be responsible for supervising the Immunology laboratory and assist in the development of staff within a progressive department where participation in developing our service is actively encouraged.You should be HCPC registered with an appropriate MSc, IBMS HSD and/or be FIBMS (or equivalent) and well versed in the workings of a routine Immunology laboratory. You will also need to be enthusiastic and highly motivated, computer literate and familiar with working to UKAS standards.The successful candidate may need to participate in the 24/7 rota for the Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory. Full training programme would be completed if required.About usWe are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.DetailsDate posted24 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary
49,387 to 56,515 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference number176-F- -BJob locationsPeterborough City HospitalBretton GateCambridgeshirePE3 9GZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description for further details, including general management, technical/scientific requirements, IT, staff management, financial, etc.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description for further details, including general management, technical/scientific requirements, IT, staff management, financial, etc.Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialHCPC registration as a Biomedical ScientistIBMS Higher Specialist Diploma (Immunology ) / MSc in Biomedical Sciences / FIBMS statusEvidence of on-going CPDSpecialist portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry and/or ImmunologyDesirableAny other relevant qualification such as Training certificate, leadership and management etc.
Experience
EssentialSound knowledge of Immunology practise underpinned by theoretical and practical experienceCompetence and problem solving in an automated environmentAwareness of current professional issuesFamiliarity with ISO15189 systems and standardsBroad understanding of Quality Control, good Quality Management and Audit knowledge (Including CAPA/DATIX Investigations)Good practical knowledge of health and safety issues including COSHH, fire regulations and risk assessments.DesirableExperience of leading a laboratory sectionExperience of staff managementKnowledge of Winpath LIMS systemExperience within an HCPC registered NHS training laboratory
Key Skills
EssentialAbility to organise and manage own and others work/time management, coordinate work flow and determine staff rotas.Able to represent the department at internal meetingsAbility to assess and take appropriate action in urgent situationsCompetent in a broad range of Immunology practical techniquesCompetent in the interpretation and technical validation of resultsTechnical problem solving e.g. equipment failure, quality control failureGood verbal and written communication skills in EnglishAble to master complex facts, reach appropriate conclusions and formulate required/relevant responsesAble to comply with policies and procedures within the constraints set by the laboratory, Trust and other regulating and professional bodies.Literate in laboratory computerisation and PC office applicationsSelf-motivated and able to work within a team cultureDesirableExperience with ImmunoCAP 250's, Optilite, Quantalyser 3000, Dynex DS2, Capillarys 3 Octa.
Person Specification

Qualifications
EssentialHCPC registration as a Biomedical ScientistIBMS Higher Specialist Diploma (Immunology ) / MSc in Biomedical Sciences / FIBMS statusEvidence of on-going CPDSpecialist portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry and/or ImmunologyDesirableAny other relevant qualification such as Training certificate, leadership and management etc.
Experience
EssentialSound knowledge of Immunology practise underpinned by theoretical and practical experienceCompetence and problem solving in an automated environmentAwareness of current professional issuesFamiliarity with ISO15189 systems and standardsBroad understanding of Quality Control, good Quality Management and Audit knowledge (Including CAPA/DATIX Investigations)Good practical knowledge of health and safety issues including COSHH, fire regulations and risk assessments.DesirableExperience of leading a laboratory sectionExperience of staff managementKnowledge of Winpath LIMS systemExperience within an HCPC registered NHS training laboratory
Key Skills
EssentialAbility to organise and manage own and others work/time management, coordinate work flow and determine staff rotas.Able to represent the department at internal meetingsAbility to assess and take appropriate action in urgent situationsCompetent in a broad range of Immunology practical techniquesCompetent in the interpretation and technical validation of resultsTechnical problem solving e.g. equipment failure, quality control failureGood verbal and written communication skills in EnglishAble to master complex facts, reach appropriate conclusions and formulate required/relevant responsesAble to comply with policies and procedures within the constraints set by the laboratory, Trust and other regulating and professional bodies.Literate in laboratory computerisation and PC office applicationsSelf-motivated and able to work within a team cultureDesirableExperience with ImmunoCAP 250's, Optilite, Quantalyser 3000, Dynex DS2, Capillarys 3 Octa.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressPeterborough City HospitalBretton GateCambridgeshirePE3 9GZUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressPeterborough City HospitalBretton GateCambridgeshirePE3 9GZUnited KingdomEmployer's website