biomedical engineer Taunton, England
Job description
Are you looking for a rewarding career in a state-of-the-art laboratory, situated in the heart of Somerset, which offers customer centric medical excellence?
We are looking to speak with HCPC Registered Medical Microbiology/Infection Science Biomedical Scientists who have experience of providing a high-quality service and have a passion for mentoring and sharing your knowledge.
Our Infection Science Team operate across Microbiology, Virology and Molecular testing and we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team. This position is based in Virology, Serology & Molecular testing including SYNLAB Molecular Unit, working in a laboratory which takes a leading technological approach with a state-of-the-art automated track and analytical systems.
If you have the following qualifications and skills and feel that you could ‘hit the ground running’ then we’d love to hear from you:
- Greater than 2 years post HCPC registration with experience of working in a Clinical Infection Science laboratory at post graduate level in a busy Virology / Serology/ Molecular department.
- Experience working with automated serology and molecular testing platforms such as Beckman Coulter DxA, AU5800, Roche, Hologic and GeneXpert
- A strong virology / serology background including knowledge of screening programmes such as Infectious Diseases in Pregnancy.
- A good understanding of Sexual Health Testing processes.
To operate at Band 6, you will also demonstrate experience to post graduate diploma level e.g.: Specialist portfolio.
SYNLAB UK & Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures – including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS).
Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for 10 years. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approved training Laboratory.
During the COVID Pandemic we developed a new molecular laboratory (SYNLAB Molecular Unit) equipped and staffed to support both NHS COVID response and private opportunities for testing. Since late 2021 when COVID testing pre-travel was no longer required, this unit has moved into sexual health testing, supporting a number of NHS commissioned and private contracts providing on-line access to sexual health.
In addition to a competitive pay structure, we offer a joining bonus of up to £5,000. The successful candidate would operate at our Hub laboratory in Taunton.
About Us
SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.
We operate in increasingly diverse environments which are reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We believe our staff are vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare provision. We promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.
We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.
Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.
SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.
Applicants must currently have permission to work in the UK.
