Senior Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry

Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to work alongside staff within the Newborn Screening department as a Senior. The laboratory provides one of the largest newborn screening services in the UK and is responsible for screening 60,000 babies per annum for the National Newborn Bloodspot Screening Programme. The laboratory also provides paediatric and specialist endocrinology services for MFT and other Trusts within the North West.

The post-holder will act as a Senior Registered Biomedical Scientist who provides scientific services to patients and clients as an aid to clinical diagnosis. The post holder will supervise and organise operation of a section of the laboratory in a major teaching hospital and provide advice on technical issues. The post holder will work with other senior members of the department to provide an efficient and effective diagnostic laboratory service. To have day to day responsibility (in conjunction with the other senior BMS) overseeing the work of that area, ensuring that both staff and non-staff resources are used economically and effectively. The post holder will use knowledge and expertise to provide such specific analytical testing services for patients of all ages as may be required by the departmental senior management team.

Main duties of the job
As part of the Newborn Screening team, you will provide expertise, knowledge and leadership in Newborn Screening to ensure that the Department continues to meet the needs and requirements of the service users. You will take the lead (jointly with the other senior BMS) in training staff in the specific analytical and technical aspects of processing of Newborn Screening and interpreting and reporting results. You will liaise with other seniors across the department. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a specialist laboratory providing both screening and diagnostic services and to contribute to the development of those services.

About us
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 are 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 will 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 will 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 is an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We will support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details
Date posted: 23 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 349-CSS-8339377-RL3
Closing date: 28 October 2026

Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you will need for this role, take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

Early applications are therefore encouraged. Applications may close early if a high level of interest is received.

Person Specification
Qualification

• Essential: Suitable 3-year BSc IBMS accredited degree qualification. Have IBMS membership, Higher specialist diploma of the IBMS, or MSc in relevant discipline State registered with the Health and Care Professions Council following appropriate experience and examination.
• Desirable: Possess Member Class of Registration with the Institute of Biomedical Science IBMS Specialist Portfolio in relevant subject
• Desirable: Evidence of leadership/managerial experience

Knowledge

• Essential: Extensive experience within the discipline
• Essential: Knowledge of quality management systems and the principles and application of quality assurance and control.
• Essential: Detailed knowledge of the principles of analytical methods and instrumentation.
• Essential: Knowledge of UKAS ISO 15189, Knowledge of H&S, COSHH and risk assessments
• Essential: Knowledge of pathology LIMS, and Microsoft PC programmes.
• Essential: Demonstration of on-going participation in CPD
• Desirable: Knowledge and use of specialist analytical techniques (e.g ELISA, electrophoresis, ICPMS, spectrophotometric, mass spectrometry etc)
• Desirable: Experience of method development
• Desirable: Knowledge of professional, local and national policies that may affect provision of pathology services

Training and Experience

• Essential: Significant Post HCPC registration experience in relevant discipline within a UKAS accredited laboratory
• Essential: Ability to troubleshoot and perform more complex tasks within specific section
• Essential: Experience of writing relevant laboratory documents e.g. SOPs. Experience of quality management systems (e.g. Q-pulse or similar)
• Essential: Wide and up-to-date experience in clinical biochemistry.
• Essential: Experience of IT systems in use in pathology. Experience of core analyser data management systems.
• Essential: Experience of training staff.
• Desirable: Experience of deputising for senior staff.
• Desirable: Supervisory experience
• Desirable: Experience of personnel management e.g. sickness absence
• Desirable: Experience of UKAS accreditation assessments
• Desirable: Ability to investigate and identify root causes in relation to non-conformances and audit findings

Skills and Abilities

• Essential: Can use automated and semi-automated equipment. Can perform manual tests with a high degree of accuracy and precision.
• Essential: Evidence of working as part of a team or can work alone and prioritise work.
• Essential: Awareness of management issues
• Essential: Ability to organise and supervise other staff. Ability and experience in supervising and training other staff.
• Essential: Keyboard and computer skills. Able to analyse data using Microsoft excel and/or other statistical packages.
• Desirable: Oral and written presentation skills. Can prepare reports
• Desirable: Liaising with service users and suppliers

Attributes

• Essential: Can cope with busy, stressful periods
• Essential: Ability to work off site if required. Flexible attitude to work
• Essential: Good interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain effective working relationships within a team. Good communication skills
• Desirable: Willing to work outside contracted hours when required

Others

• Essential: Exhibit the Trust Values and Behaviours

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. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Please see NHS Careers website.