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Senior Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology The closing date is 16 November 2025
We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative and dynamic Biomedical Scientists in Microbiology and/or Virology to join our team as Senior Biomedical Scientists. These are 2 full‑time, substantive vacancies; however, we can also support flexible working, job share or part time hours. The roles require participation in the on call and weekend rotas (7‑day working model currently under review).
The Microbiology service, centralised on one site at the William Harvey Hospital, is well equipped with the latest automation and innovation. It provides a wide range of bacteriology, virology, molecular and mycology diagnostic tests for all our acute sites and community services, totalling approximately 600,000+ samples per year.
You will have an opportunity to grow your career in the Kent and Medway Pathology Network (KMPN). We are developing a network academy, a platform for all network education and training from apprenticeships to advanced clinical and scientific qualifications with a single faculty making best use of our talented educators and trainers. You will not be expected to work at sites outside of EKHUFT. However, there will be opportunities for collaborative working within the network.
If you are ambitious, looking for a challenge and want to make one of these roles your own, then we would welcome your application.
Main duties of the job To be a key member of the team charged with overseeing the throughput of workflow through the laboratory, in order to ensure time and quality effectiveness, and adherence to regulatory and accreditation requirements.
To be a lead specialist, responsible for a team of Biomedical Scientists and Assistant Healthcare Scientists. Providing day to day supervision and organisation of section(s) and resources within the department.
To be responsible for the teaching, training and development of laboratory staff and maintaining an up to date knowledge and competency.
To work independently, use initiative to problem‑solve and make recommendations for improvement.
To be responsible for diagnoses, utilising the most current scientific methods.
Applicants must be HCPC registered with suitable experience at a Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist level or above. They should ideally hold a Level 7 qualification in a relevant subject or equivalence in experience would also be considered.
About us We are an ISO 15189:2022 accredited service and recognised by the "IBMS" and the "National School for Healthcare Science" for training. We are a dynamic diverse team currently training Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Clinical Scientists, Senior and Consultant Clinical Scientists, F2, Senior Clinical Fellows, Specialist doctors, medical students and apprentices at several levels.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day‑to‑day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Job responsibilities Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you would like to discuss any aspects of the job, have further queries or would like an informal chat or visit of the laboratory, please dont hesitate to contact us using the details below.
Person Specification Qualifications
Is a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
Masters level (Level 7) qualification in a relevant subject, which could be a Master of Science degree (MSc) or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma or IBMS Fellowship examination or 60 credits in a postgraduate qualification(s) in relevant professional subjects.
Clinical Microbiology Masters which could feed into HSST
Suitability for Clinical Scientist HCPC registration
Relevant and recognised training (Learning and development or Quality management qualification e.g. PostGrad Certificate, IBMS extended practice certificate, Biomed online learning module
Skills and Experience
Extensive experience of working in an ISO accredited laboratory
Supervisory skills and ability to train other staff.
Specialist knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by sound theoretical knowledge in Microbiology and Virology, molecular techniques.
Extensive experience with the analytical and technical skills required to undertake the work within Microbiology
Ability to communicate technical information and results to other health professionals and be able to use telephone and email
Evidence of participation in continuous professional development
Experience of molecular techniques
Highly developed IT skills and conversant with Microsoft word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications, use of LIMS
Highly developed teaching and training skills, being able to effectively communicate with various grades of staff of differing intellectual abilities including medical staff and from differing professional backgrounds.
Personal & professional attributes
Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
Ability to work as part of a team and develop effective relationships but also able to work on own initiative
Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
Knowledge
Considerable and up to date knowledge of current practices and advances in Microbiology and Virology
Specialist knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by sound theoretical knowledge in Microbiology and Virology, molecular techniques.
Understanding of general developments in the NHS and how these affect Pathology services generally.
Detailed knowledge of UKAS Accreditation, ISO 15189 standards and other quality management systems and processes
Other
To be aware of and demonstrate the Trust's Vision, Mission, Values and behaviours.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
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Senior Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology The closing date is 16 November 2025
We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative and dynamic Biomedical Scientists in Microbiology and/or Virology to join our team as Senior Biomedical Scientists. These are 2 full‑time, substantive vacancies; however, we can also support flexible working, job share or part time hours. The roles require participation in the on call and weekend rotas (7‑day working model currently under review).
The Microbiology service, centralised on one site at the William Harvey Hospital, is well equipped with the latest automation and innovation. It provides a wide range of bacteriology, virology, molecular and mycology diagnostic tests for all our acute sites and community services, totalling approximately 600,000+ samples per year.
You will have an opportunity to grow your career in the Kent and Medway Pathology Network (KMPN). We are developing a network academy, a platform for all network education and training from apprenticeships to advanced clinical and scientific qualifications with a single faculty making best use of our talented educators and trainers. You will not be expected to work at sites outside of EKHUFT. However, there will be opportunities for collaborative working within the network.
If you are ambitious, looking for a challenge and want to make one of these roles your own, then we would welcome your application.
Main duties of the job To be a key member of the team charged with overseeing the throughput of workflow through the laboratory, in order to ensure time and quality effectiveness, and adherence to regulatory and accreditation requirements.
To be a lead specialist, responsible for a team of Biomedical Scientists and Assistant Healthcare Scientists. Providing day to day supervision and organisation of section(s) and resources within the department.
To be responsible for the teaching, training and development of laboratory staff and maintaining an up to date knowledge and competency.
To work independently, use initiative to problem‑solve and make recommendations for improvement.
To be responsible for diagnoses, utilising the most current scientific methods.
Applicants must be HCPC registered with suitable experience at a Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist level or above. They should ideally hold a Level 7 qualification in a relevant subject or equivalence in experience would also be considered.
About us We are an ISO 15189:2022 accredited service and recognised by the "IBMS" and the "National School for Healthcare Science" for training. We are a dynamic diverse team currently training Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Clinical Scientists, Senior and Consultant Clinical Scientists, F2, Senior Clinical Fellows, Specialist doctors, medical students and apprentices at several levels.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day‑to‑day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Job responsibilities Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you would like to discuss any aspects of the job, have further queries or would like an informal chat or visit of the laboratory, please dont hesitate to contact us using the details below.
Person Specification Qualifications
Is a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
Masters level (Level 7) qualification in a relevant subject, which could be a Master of Science degree (MSc) or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma or IBMS Fellowship examination or 60 credits in a postgraduate qualification(s) in relevant professional subjects.
Clinical Microbiology Masters which could feed into HSST
Suitability for Clinical Scientist HCPC registration
Relevant and recognised training (Learning and development or Quality management qualification e.g. PostGrad Certificate, IBMS extended practice certificate, Biomed online learning module
Skills and Experience
Extensive experience of working in an ISO accredited laboratory
Supervisory skills and ability to train other staff.
Specialist knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by sound theoretical knowledge in Microbiology and Virology, molecular techniques.
Extensive experience with the analytical and technical skills required to undertake the work within Microbiology
Ability to communicate technical information and results to other health professionals and be able to use telephone and email
Evidence of participation in continuous professional development
Experience of molecular techniques
Highly developed IT skills and conversant with Microsoft word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications, use of LIMS
Highly developed teaching and training skills, being able to effectively communicate with various grades of staff of differing intellectual abilities including medical staff and from differing professional backgrounds.
Personal & professional attributes
Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
Ability to work as part of a team and develop effective relationships but also able to work on own initiative
Highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
Knowledge
Considerable and up to date knowledge of current practices and advances in Microbiology and Virology
Specialist knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by sound theoretical knowledge in Microbiology and Virology, molecular techniques.
Understanding of general developments in the NHS and how these affect Pathology services generally.
Detailed knowledge of UKAS Accreditation, ISO 15189 standards and other quality management systems and processes
Other
To be aware of and demonstrate the Trust's Vision, Mission, Values and behaviours.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
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