Healthcare Scientist London, England
Job description
Job Summary
You will be working as part of the H&I department that is located with one of our six clinical service laboratories and the role you perform will directly contribute to saving and improving patient’s lives.
As a Healthcare Scientist there are many opportunities for career advancement. Personal and career development is encouraged and facilitated through access to internal and external training programmes. This post would offer excellent foundational training in molecular biology techniques within the NHSBT. This includes an extensive induction programme when you join us.
The Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratory carries out HLA typing, crossmatching and antibody screening in support of solid organ and stem cell transplantation, the provision of specialist blood products and immunogenetic and disease association testing. We have direct involvement with clinicians, for example, in transplantation, we use our test results to provide advice on the compatibility of a potential organ or stem cell donor and the recipient. Working within a modern laboratory environment you will be operating some of the latest laboratory analysers and testing systems to produce accurate and timely test results. Tests include molecular (DNA) based, including gene sequencing and multiplex solid phase platform assays.
Main duties of the job
In this role you will be you will be operating some of the latest laboratory analysers and testing systems to produce accurate and timely test results. Tests include molecular based assays, such as next generation sequencing. Your responsibilities include:
- Performing and interpreting a wide range of specialist scientific and assist in the development of technical procedures and tests relating to the issue of results or blood/tissue products.
- Conducting automated and manual investigations in an H&I laboratory, operating a range of complex and routine equipment, applying scientific, theoretical, and practical knowledge expected of a Healthcare Scientist
- Supporting other laboratory activities such as sample archiving and retrieval, preparation of reagents and maintenance of equipment.
- Training other colleagues in the relevant techniques.
You will be required to provide cover during operational difficulties with reasonable notice.
About You
Experience and Knowledge
- Experience in use of a range of laboratory analysers and equipment.
- Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
- Proficiency in relevant specialised laboratory techniques / environments
- Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).
Qualifications and Training
- Degree in a relevant science e.g. molecular biology, human genetics or equivalent.
- Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
- Willingness to undertake further training and development.
Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.
About Us
At NHS Blood and Transplant, we’re incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers.
It’s an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme.
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality.
Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.
This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Wed 4th Oct 2023
Interviews are anticipated to be held week of 16th Oct 2023 – subject to confirmation.
For informal enquiries please contact:
Name: Aliyye Karasu
Job Title: Hiring Manager
Contact Details: [email protected]
