Job summary
- Main area
- Virology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 271-CCS-7451137RK
- Employer
- Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £46,419 - £55,046 Per annum inclusive
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/10/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 23/10/2025
Employer heading
Specialist Biomedical Scientist
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
Main duties of the job
Main purpose of the job
• To assist in the provision of all aspects of the clinical diagnostic service as part of the Directorate of Core Clinical Services and Medicine Tests and Therapies (MTT).
• To work within, on a rotational basis together with other biomedical scientists, one or more section of the Virology laboratory including serology, viral real-time PCR, pan-bacterial and 16S PCR, sequencing.
• To participate in weekend working
• To participate in the research activities of the department.
General
Any other duties, which may be required for the provision of the laboratory service subject to agreement between the manager and the post holder.
The job description is intended as an outline of the areas of activity and can be amended in the light of the changing needs of the service and will be reviewed as necessary in conjunction with the post-holder.
Working for our organisation
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential criteria
- BSc (Hons) degree relevant Biomedical science
- Health and Care Professions Council registered as Biomedical Scientist
- IBMS Specialist Portfolio or Log book
Desirable criteria
- MIBMS or equivalent
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential criteria
- Our Always values Always welcoming Always helpful Always expert Always one team
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of the day to day running of a diagnostic laboratory
- Experience of providing appropriate training to members of staff such as support staff
- Patient confidentiality and Data protection
- Practical experience in virology
- Experience with paediatric samples
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge or experience working and maintaining containment Level III Laboratory
Skills/ Abilities
Essential criteria
- Practical Laboratory Experience
- Ability to work without supervision after training
- Ability to carry out audits and support quality
- Ability to pick up techniques quickly
- Ability to work unsupervised
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential criteria
- 1) Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. 2) Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace. 3) Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Experience in molecular techniques and equipment. Ability to identify and troubleshoot problems.
Desirable criteria
- Experience using instruments such as – Liaison XL, QiaSymphony, Hamilton STAR, AltoStar, Quantstudios, ABI 7500
- Knowledge about autoclaves and waste disposal
Skills/ Abilities
Essential criteria
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work weekends
- Ability to supervise less experienced staff
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mr Francis Yongblah
- Job title
- Laboratory Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02078298661
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