Biomedical Scientist

Posting date:	11 March 2026
Salary:	£31,049.00 to £37,796.00 per year
Additional salary information:	£31049.00 - £37796.00 a year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	25 March 2026
Location:	Manchester, M13 9WL
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	K9919-26-0073

Summary

The laboratory is accredited by UKAS (ISO15189 standard) We actively encourage CPD activities. The department requires staff to support the department in delivering a comprehensive Virology service over 7 days. Staff may be required to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, throughout the 24-hour period if appropriate to the post. Clinical Governance Participate in audit processes, drug trials, research projects, as required Participate in and monitor Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities and assist the department in maintaining UKAS accreditation! To attend regular departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication with the department Management Ensure that personal work activity is managed to make effective use of time and maintain an adequate supply of laboratory consumables Education and Development Undertake on-going training and development and update Professional Development Plan, as required by the Laboratory Manager (or Head/Lead Biomedical Scientist) Clinical Assess the suitability and appropriateness of samples received and liaises with senior technical staff for action or advice following departmental sample acceptance policy Ensure data integrity when entering demographics and results into the laboratory information system Perform sample preparation, processing bodily fluids and materials, including high risk specimens and reagent preparation following protocols Analysis of biological samples including more complex/ specialist investigations requiring a high level of skill Use and maintenance of manual and sophisticated automated equipment Assist with the development of new methods and implementation of new technology To work in high-risk Containment Level 3 laboratories following local code of practice within these facilities To assist in disposal of tissue and patient samples in accordance with relevant guidelines To assist in monitoring and maintain appropriate stock levels and facilitate deliveries Exercise judgement and interpretation to validate results and generate laboratory reports in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The validation process includes analytical and clinical validity Extraction of nucleic acid from biological samples to enable amplification and determination of microbial targets Analyses of biological samples using sophisticated serological methods and equipment Analyses of biological samples using sophisticated molecular biological methods and equipment Analyses of biological samples by manual methods To ensure prompt notification or referral of unusual and urgent results to consultant microbiologist or senior BMS staff or Infection Control team as appropriate To refer unusual or unfamiliar events to senior technical staff for action or advice To report by telephone urgent results to medical or nursing staff, GPs and other hospitals To assist in providing a results service to wards, GPs and other hospitals Other To be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council To be adaptable to change and to work flexibly in all sections of the laboratory Attend courses and maintain appropriate levels of training as necessary. Always maintain high professional standards by continual professional development, keeping up to date with advances in Medical Microbiology and changes in technology To maintain effective communication with line managers and to demonstrate a positive attitude to the work of the laboratory and other members of the team Support the out of hours service provision, in addition to participating in working as part of a small team, to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays To participate in the on-call service To observe the immunisation policy of the laboratory The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the division and UKHSA It should be noted that the work of the division is of a confidential nature and must not be communicated to other persons except where required for authorised purposes Professional development You should pursue a programme of continuous professional development in accordance with any relevant professional registration or statutory requirements, whilst maintaining appropriate awareness of service provider requirements Please note this list is not exhaustive. Essential role criteria: Must have HCPC registration Biomedical Science degree or equivalent Willingness to study for a post-registration qualification in Virology/biomedical sciences Must have GCSE or equivalent qualifications at C or above in English and Maths Demonstration of on-going participation in CPD activity Evidence of manual laboratory skills Evidence of working with numbers Evidence of IT and keyboard skills (European Certification of Digital Literacy) Can evidence the ability to work individually and as part of a team Skills for communication on complex information and administrative matters, requiring developed interpersonal and oral/ written communication skills Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload with minimal supervision working to tight and often changing timescales Skills for manipulating information Advanced keyboard skills, use of a range of software Desirable role criteria: Experience as a Biomedical Scientist Knowledge of administrative procedures, project management or information analysis Basic knowledge of project principles Ability to pull together comprehensive draft reports, data and letters Negotiating, networking and persuasive skills Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise Skills for supporting project management Selection Process Details (Competency based) This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications, knowledge and experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria. Stage 1: Application & Sift Competency Based You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 14 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a: Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1250 word supporting statement Healthjobs UK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 1250 words. We will not consider any words over 1250 words. This should outline how you consider your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please be advised you will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV. Longlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria We will take pile Meets all essential criteria will proceed to shortlisting. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Shortlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of: Must have HCPC registration Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2: Interview Competency Based You will be invited to a single face to face interview at our laboratory in Manchester. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview. Interviews dates to be confirmed. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Location This role is being offered as laboratory based at our Manchester laboratory. You will be required to have a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice. Please note hybrid working is not available for this role. Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check. Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants). Salary Information If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary.