Healthcare Scientist

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated science graduate to join the Service Development team within the NHSBT Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H & I) Laboratory located at Birmingham Centre.

The successful candidate will contribute to projects aimed at the development and implementation of new diagnostic tests in HLA immunogenetics and transplantation. Other responsibilities include supporting laboratory activities such as sample archiving and retrieval, preparation of reagents and maintenance of equipment.

Main duties of the job

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 advise 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.

• You will be required to perform and interpret a wide range of specialist scientific and technical procedures and tests relating to the issue of results or blood/tissue products, for which a week’s training will be given.
• You will be required to conduct automated and manual investigations in a diagnostic laboratory, operating a range of complex and routine equipment, applying scientific, theoretical and practical knowledge expected of a Healthcare Scientist.
• You will be required to provide cover in times of operational difficulty, with reasonable notice.
• Supervising Sample reception staff

About You

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience of the use of a range of laboratory analysers and equipment.
• Experience in a range of scientific techniques.
• Experience of working with Information Technology.

Qualifications and Training

• Degree in Biomedical Science or appropriate science degree.
• Evidence of continuous learning and professional development.
• 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 18/12/2022.

Interviews are anticipated to be held in the first 2 weeks of January – subject to confirmation

For informal enquiries please contact – Aaron Wright on aaron.wright@nhsbt.nhs.uk