Job summaryGreat Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust (GOSH) is a national centre of excellence in the provision of specialist children's health care, currently delivering the widest range of specialist care of any children's hospital in the UK. It has the largest paediatric Haematology and Oncology centre in Europe. A unique opportunity in the Department of Haematology's: Specialist Integrated Haematological Malignancy Diagnostic Service (Flow cytometry) has arisen for a suitably qualified Health Care Scientist. This is an excellent post for an enthusiastic and scientifically innovative individual.
Main duties of the jobYou must have the relevant experience in Haematology, and Flow cytometry immunophenotyping as well as be able to demonstrate a broad range of knowledge and experience in a clinical diagnostic laboratory setting.
You will support the Lead Healthcare Scientist in the provision of a high quality flow cytometry diagnostic service to include: leukaemia diagnosis, Mylo/Lymphoproliferative disorders, red cell membrane defects, platelet disorders, monitoring of Minimal Residual Disease/ CART efficacy and characterisation of bone marrow haematopoietic cells. You will also have experience/knowledge of Quality Management Systems, standards (ISO15189) and the Clinical Laboratory accreditation process. About usWe are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.
We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.
We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women's Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.
Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.
DetailsDate posted28 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary
Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.
58,133 to 65,261 a year
Inclusive per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number271-CCS-8139704-AJob locationsGreat Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation TrustLondonWC1N 3JHUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person Specification
Combined Trust Values
EssentialCombined Trust Values
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
EssentialBSc Biomedical ScienceMSc (relevant speciality) or equivalent experienceEvidence of advanced flow cytometry training in a clinical diagnostic laboratoryHCPC RegistrationEvidence of CPDDesirableResearch experience including assay development and panel designEvidence of leadership and management training
Experience/Knowledge
EssentialExperience in working in an Accredited Clinical Haematology and Flow Cytometry Laboratory and knowledge of regulatory standards i.e. ISO15189Knowledge in multiparameter flow cytometric analysisExperience and knowledge of minimal residual disease detectionExperience of effectively managing staff and training junior staff membersExperience with validation of new equipment/tests, SOP writing, audits, incident reporting and use of quality management systemsExperience and knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Health and Safety requirements
Skills/Abilities
EssentialExcellent telephone mannerGood inter-personal and communication skills (written and verbal)Ability to organise and manage own workload and meet deadlinesGood analytical and interpretive skills with the ability to make informed decisions and give expert technical adviceFlexible, adaptable nature and able to prioritise and work in a changing environmentAbility to use standard software programs, flow cytometry software such as Diva and Flow Jo and to use laboratory computer systemsAbility to prioritise workloadAbility to deal appropriately with sensitive informationAbility to work on own initiative and as a member of a team and an ability to work in an organised and tidy manner
Person Specification
Combined Trust Values
EssentialCombined Trust Values
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
EssentialBSc Biomedical ScienceMSc (relevant speciality) or equivalent experienceEvidence of advanced flow cytometry training in a clinical diagnostic laboratoryHCPC RegistrationEvidence of CPDDesirableResearch experience including assay development and panel designEvidence of leadership and management training
Experience/Knowledge
EssentialExperience in working in an Accredited Clinical Haematology and Flow Cytometry Laboratory and knowledge of regulatory standards i.e. ISO15189Knowledge in multiparameter flow cytometric analysisExperience and knowledge of minimal residual disease detectionExperience of effectively managing staff and training junior staff membersExperience with validation of new equipment/tests, SOP writing, audits, incident reporting and use of quality management systemsExperience and knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Health and Safety requirements
Skills/Abilities
EssentialExcellent telephone mannerGood inter-personal and communication skills (written and verbal)Ability to organise and manage own workload and meet deadlinesGood analytical and interpretive skills with the ability to make informed decisions and give expert technical adviceFlexible, adaptable nature and able to prioritise and work in a changing environmentAbility to use standard software programs, flow cytometry software such as Diva and Flow Jo and to use laboratory computer systemsAbility to prioritise workloadAbility to deal appropriately with sensitive informationAbility to work on own initiative and as a member of a team and an ability to work in an organised and tidy mannerDisclosure 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. xohmjla For further information please see
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