Job summary
- Main area
- biomedical scientist
- Grade
- BAND 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Job ref
- 001-HS035-0725
- Employer
- Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- University Hopsital of Wales
- Town
- Cardiff
- Salary
- £31,516 - £38,364 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/08/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Stem Cell Biomedical Scientist
BAND 5
WHO WE ARE:
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Board in the UK, employing over 16,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services. Serving a population of around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst also working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone and to delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”. We have recently refreshed our strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, which sets out the Health Board’s Vision for improving the health and wellbeing of the populations we serve by 2035 through the delivery of our strategic objectives; Putting People First, Providing Outstanding Quality, Delivering in the Right Places, and Acting for the Future. We have challenging times ahead, but we are confident that by tackling these challenges together, we can support people to live healthier lives and reduce the unfair differences in the prevalence of illness and health outcomes we see in our communities today. We aspire to deliver outstanding care and treatment for people when they need it, where they need it; care that compares well with the best in the world, but to do so, we need to transform how we deliver services over the next decade and beyond.
We are a values-driven organisation and out goals will only be realised if our values are at the heart of everything we do. Created by colleagues, patients and their families and carers, our values are:
· We are kind and caring
· We are respectful
· We have trust and integrity
· We take personal responsibility
OUR REGION:
Wales has much to offer with miles of stunning coastline, UNESCO world heritage sites and beautiful countryside. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, has something for everyone. It is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline, as well as charming towns including Penarth and Cowbridge. Those seeking more culture may find themselves drawn to the National Museum, St Fagan’s Museum of Welsh Life or the Millennium Centre, home of the Welsh National Opera. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2025/2026 and will be implemented in August 2025 with arrears backdated to 1st April 2025 where applicable.
Job overview
Biomedical Scientist (Band 5) Haematology/Blood Transfusion -
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Biomedical Scientists to join the dynamic and evolving team within the Haematology Department at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in the Stem Cell Processing Unit which manages the processing and provision of cellular therapy donations to the South Wales Blood and Marrow Transplant Programme. Duties will be allocated by the Processing Facility Director or Deputy, and will include the performance of laboratory procedures for the safe preservation, storage and provision of cellular therapy products for patient treatment and preparation and analysis of samples for engraftment assessment (chimaerism) post-transplant.
The department is looking for a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with IBMS Certificate of Competence (or equivalent pre-2004).
Previous experience in NHS is essential.
The department would consider a trainee post at Annex 21 Band 5 (75%)
For applications from individuals requiring UK Visa sponsorship, please check the current UK Government Visa regulations before applying - specifically around the salary requirement for Biomedical Scientist roles.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
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To work in the Stem Cell Processing Unit and provide a high-quality service to the clinical team
To work independently within the remit of this job description and the Health Professions Council standards of conduct, performance and ethics
To take an active role in service development and validation
The nature of the service is such that there may be a need for the post-holder to work extended hours on an ad hoc basis.
Working for our organisation
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- B.s.c Biomedical Sciences or other HCPC approved degree (HND/ C Medical Laboratory Science if pre-1994)
Desirable criteria
- Additional professional qualifications- (PGD/M.sc/FIBMS) OR BBTS in Stem Cell Transplantation Science HCPC Registration IBMS Specialist Diploma Haematology (If registered via Certificate of Competence)
Experience
Essential criteria
- Sufficient experience as a registered BMS working in a Haematology/Blood Transfusion laboratory.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of Cell Therapies and BMT Knowledge and/or experience of Aseptic Non-Touch experience Experience of Handling Liquid Nitrogen.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work independently Technical competence. Must demonstrate good manual dexterity without impairment Strong Numeracy and IT skills Time Management Skills
Desirable criteria
- Supervisory skills Decision making skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Previous experience of LIMS system
Special knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of good laboratory practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practise (GMP)
Desirable criteria
- Basic Knowledge of HTA and JACIE regulation Flow cytometry Cell Culture Techniques An understanding of the scientific principles behind Haematopoeitic Stem Cell Transplantation
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Welsh language skills are not necessary
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sue Lawless
- Job title
- Haematology Blood Transfusion Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02921844202
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