Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Virology in Brighton

Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Virology

Band 6

Main area Virology Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (Weekend working also required) Job ref 279-8356290-OCT26

Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County Hospital Town Brighton Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 13/11/2026 23:59

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values . We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research , we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

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Job overview

The Virology department is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join the team. The post will be permanently based in the Virology department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. The post holder will be working in both serology and molecular sections, including participating in validations, verification and clinical trials. In the future there may be a requirement to work at St.Richards Hospital in Chichester.

We are looking for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist who has completed the IBMS Specialist diploma in Virology although we may consider applications from individuals that are currently completing a IBMS Specialist Diploma in Virology/Microbiology. If successful the post holder will have a salary of AfC Band 5 until their diploma has been successfully assessed. The post will then be paid as AfC Band 6.

Main duties of the job

The individual will be expected to support the provision of a specialised, diagnostic Virology Laboratory service contributing to the clinical care of the patient, to enable diagnosis, disease progression and subsequent monitoring of the effectiveness of treatment given.

They will be expected to be fully competent to undertake routine processing and testing of specimens in the department, performing routine and advanced procedures and investigations as required.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

To participate in the provision of a specialised diagnostic Virology service, autonomously, contributing to the clinical care of the patient, to enable diagnosis, disease progression and subsequent monitoring of the effectiveness of the treatment given.

To participate in the 7 day working pattern of the department. This will include evening, weekend and bank holiday shifts.

The individual will be expected to apply professional judgement and utilise specialist skills and detailed scientific knowledge to provide a high quality and timely results service, performing routine procedures and investigations as required.

To be able to work independently as an autonomous practitioner.

To deputise for Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientists as required.

See attached Job description and person specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

• HCPC registration - Biomedical Scientist
• Experience of Virology within NHS Laboratory
• Ability to undertake and report appropriate serology and molecular investigations
• Member of IBMS at appropriate level
• Experience of training others
• Demonstrable experience of staff management
• Participation in UKAS accreditation compliance

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Important information for applicants

A Note on AI Use in Applications

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Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working

If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks

As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa

Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Name Cassandra Malone Job title Lead Biomedical Scientist Email address cassandra.malone@nhs.net Telephone number 01273 696955 Additional information

Please contact me via email in the first instance.

Laboratory tours will be provided on the same date as the interview to all candidates who are selected for interview.

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