Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Microbiology - Synlab : Job Details

Job Title: Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Microbiology

Location: Taunton

Salary: £38,682 - £46,580 + £5000 relocation and £10,000 welcome bonuses

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Southwest Pathology Services (SPS) has an opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) in Infection Sciences at the Hub Laboratory in Lisieux Way, Taunton. External applicants can earn up to £46,221, depending on qualifications and experience and subject to agreement, may be entitled to £5000 relocation and £10,000 welcome bonuses.

Southwest Pathology Services (SPS) is seeking a highly motivated and organised individual, with HCPC registration and IBMS Specialist Portfolio, to join our friendly team of Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants, in a location surrounded by several Areas of Natural Beauty and Sites of Special Scientific Interest.

SPS is a Synlab Laboratory, which operates a number of laboratories across the UK and Europe. This gives SPS staff excellent access to various Continuous Professional Development Activities, both remotely and in face-to-face courses.

You will be primarily based within the Microbiology section (including bacteriology, parasitology and mycology), but there may be a requirement to work within the Virology and Molecular section, subject to suitable training. There is also an expectation that you will participate in the out-of-hours service, after receiving training. There may be some opportunity to work from home, at the discretion of the management team.

About the role:

As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist you will be expected to be able to rotate through all areas of the Laboratories as required (Dependent on qualifications, experience and training), to perform all designated duties in accordance with local working practices, to maintain high Professional standards and conform to Health and Safety regulations.

Biomedical investigations will be performed autonomously, following standard operating procedures and within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times, under the supervision of Team Managers.

In order to continue practice and maintain registration with the Healthcare Professions Council, you will be expected to participate in continuous professional development through academic or practical experience, maintaining the standards of conduct required. You will also provide professional leadership and supervise Trainee BMS, Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants.

About you:

• BSc Degree, accredited by the Healthcare Professions Council and IBMS
• HCPC Registration
• Specialist Portfolio, MSc or equivalent qualification

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 is 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 is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, 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.

Please note we will be unable to consider international candidates that require sponsorship.

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Biomedical Scientist, Biomedical Technician, Biochemist, Microbiology Specialist, HCPC Registered Specialist, Biomedical Laboratory Specialist, Microbiologist may also be considered for this role.