Job summary
- Main area
- Biochemistry
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5/6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 30 hours per week (24/7 shifted position.)
- Job ref
- 349-CSS-7807080*
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Oxford Road Campus
- Town
- Manchester
- Salary
- £32,073 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 27/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Specialist Biomedical Scientist
NHS AfC: Band 5/6
Job overview
Band 5 and Band 6 Biomedical Scientists considered.
One 30 hour per week part time BMS to work rotational shifts with a responsibility within the ward based testing team, working Monday to Sunday on a 24/7 rota pattern
The post holder will act as a specialist registered Biomedical Scientist who provides scientific services to patients and clients as an aid to clinical diagnosis. Accuracy and attention to detail is essential. To undertake a wide range of complex analytical procedures for the department,
performing a range of manual, semi-automated and automated tests using their scientific knowledge and experience to comment upon and validate the results of those tests (often of a complex nature).
To participate (where relevant, according to individual Department’s requirements) in the Department’s rotational shift pattern which will include shifts throughout the department 24 hour a day/ 7 days per week service with the associated responsibilities for service provision
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as a specialist registered Biomedical Scientist who provides scientific services to patients and clients as an aid to clinical diagnosis. Accuracy and attention to detail is essential. To undertake a wide range of complex analytical procedures for the department,
performing a range of manual, semi-automated and automated tests using their scientific knowledge and experience to comment upon and validate the results of those tests (often of a complex nature).
To participate (where relevant, according to individual Department’s requirements) in the Department’s rotational shift pattern which will include shifts throughout the department 24 hour a day/ 7 days per week service with the associated responsibilities for service provision
Working for our organisation
| Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time. |
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
| To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one-stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place', simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ section and once opened, you can either scan or click on the QR code. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. |
Person specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- HCPC Registration within Biomedical Science.
- IBMS approved Biomedical Sciences Degree or Equivalent in relevant discipline
- Evidence of CPD in accordance with HCPC.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of working as part of a team
- Good communication skills including ability to communicate with peers and senior staff and clinical users of service
- Well-developed physical skills, especially in the manipulation of pipettes and other laboratory equipment. Also must be adept and precise when handling samples etc.
- Able to work unsupervised, to organise workload, and to organise and train less qualified, or less experienced staff
- Able to demonstrate a high degree of skill and knowledge, where result interpretation can be highly subjective.
- Able to prioritise analytical work and plan day-to-day organisation of area of work.
Knowledge and experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of post-registration speciality training, in accordance with IBMS guidelines or equivalent
- Extensive post-registration experience in Biochemistry as a BMS Practitioner (band 5).
- Have extensive working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed.
- Also to demonstrate a sound understanding of the basic physiology, pathology and scientific principles relevant to Clinical Biochemistry
- Able to operate and maintain complex automated and semi-automated equipmen
- Display experience and competency in all laboratory areas.
- Able to contribute to assessing and suggesting changes to laboratory operating procedures
- Demonstrate a sound knowledge and application of quality systems, with particular reference to ISO/UKAS
- Knowledge of Laboratory IT programmes and good key board skills.
Desirable criteria
- Development of special interest and expertise in one or more areas of the laboratory, for example audit, quality, R&D, safety, training, Automated Biochemistry, Toxicology, Immunoassay or LC-MS
- Knowledge of common IT programmes such as Word / Excel.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Alexandra Hashmi
- Job title
- Laboratory Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01612765574
- Additional information
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