The Biochemistry Laboratory at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a well‑organised and highly motivated Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly and dedicated Biochemistry team. Our services are based over two acute hospital sites at Conquest Hospital, Hastings and Eastbourne District General Hospital - you will be based at Conquest Hospital although some cross‑site working is required.
In return, the Trust is committed to the personal and professional development of its staff at all levels.
The Department is fully automated in its analytical platform using Roche Cobas Pro analysers at Eastbourne and Conquest. The Sebia Capillarys is used across both sites for HbA1c analysis and electrophoresis. The Laboratory currently uses the iLab/Apex Laboratory Information system. LIMS is due to be replaced in 2027 with Winpath Enterprise.
Full 24/ hour, 7 days a week acute services are operated at both acute hospital sites. Candidates will be required to participate fully in the shift rota, covering weekdays, nights and weekends after suitable training and assessment.
Main duties of the job
Qualified Biomedical Scientists, who have HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist with, or close to completing (as a guide minimum 75% completion) , a Specialist Portfolio in Biochemistry and suitable experience in Biochemistry within an NHS setting, or within a laboratory with IBMS training approval, are encouraged to apply. You will be required to rotate through the different areas within the Biochemistry Department. You must be keen to embrace new ways of working and develop your knowledge and skills. Our laboratories are accredited to UKAS 15189 standards and we promote a quality approach to working with all staff contributing towards maintenance of the Quality Management System.
An interest or previous experience in training would be an advantage in this role. It would be expected that the successful candidate will support the Training Officer in delivering BMS training.
About Us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto‑enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
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Details
Date posted: 09 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 374-ED2098
Job locations: Conquest, The Ridge, Hastings, TN377RD, United Kingdom
Qualifications
- B.Sc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
- State Registration (Health Professionals Council)
- Post graduate specialist training evidenced by completion of IBMS portfolio or equivalent.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills achieved through evidence of ongoing continuing professional development and attendance on educational and practical courses
- Familiar with Apex Computer System or Winpath
- Familiar with automated analysers in Biochemistry
- Familiar with manual techniques in Biochemistry
Experience
- Two years relevant laboratory experience, post HCPC registration in an NHS lab or lab with IBMS training accreditation
- Experience of working flexibly and within a team.
- Commitment to the ethos of a health care environment.
- Experience of accepting responsibility while recognising limits.
- An interest or previous experience in training
Skills
- Highly developed Biochemistry skills and techniques.
- Good scientific numeracy skills.
- Good IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Advanced biochemistry techniques.
- Good knowledge of health and safety legislation and procedures as applied in pathology
- Good knowledge of laboratory practice
- Must be prepared to check all work performed
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Working on own initiative and managing own workload (work planning with flexibility).
- Capable of working with minimum supervision
Eligibility
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).
UK Registration. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name: East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address: Conquest, The Ridge, Hastings, TN377RD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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