Senior Biomedical Scientist

Closing date: 02 August 2026
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, quality-focused individual with strong leadership skills for the post of Senior Biomedical Scientist in the Virology laboratory at Hull University Teaching Hospitals. The successful applicant will be a qualified BMS, with MSc, or equivalent and will be responsible for the day-to-day operational running of a section of the Virology department. The post holder is part of the management team responsible for delivering a clinical laboratory service that achieves the objectives of efficient and effective patient care, and resource management within the Trust. You will be directly responsible to the Chief Biomedical Scientist in accordance with departmental and Trust policies and procedures. Applicants must be state registered with the HCPC and have extensive post registration experience in Virology. The Virology laboratory has a wide test repertoire including a range of molecular testing. The wide variety of work and expertise available at Hull University Teaching Hospitals provides an ideal environment for a Senior Biomedical Scientist to develop. This is a challenging post for an enthusiastic, well-motivated, forward thinking individual who will be expected to make a significant contribution to the development of the department. The position will include weekend, late shifts and bank holidays. Interviews for this post will be held face to face with no remote option available.

Main duties of the job

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of one of the designated areas of the laboratory.
• An in depth scientific knowledge of all areas of Virology.
• Responsible for managing a small team of Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants.
• Maintain adequate supplies of reagents and consumables.
• Undertake analytical, technical and administrative trouble-shooting to ensure a reliable fit-for-purpose medical laboratory service is delivered.
• Train, develop and motivate staff to meet service requirements.
• Communicate with other senior laboratory staff and clinicians, and service users from within the trust and from external sources.
• Responsible for day-to-day organization, maintenance of work flow and any particular responsibilities associated with their designated sections.
• Maintain at all times high standards and quality and an up to date knowledge of virology and current working practices within the diagnostic laboratory.
• Demonstrate experience of compliance with standards as required within work duties such as UKAS and other relevant professional and legislative bodies.
• Participate in recruitment, selection and induction of staff

About us
Trust Information Pack: Apply through our website
Our benefits

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:View email address on meeveem.com. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
• MSc Biomedical Science or equivalent (or related subject)
• Registered with the Health Professions Council

Desirable

• Evidence of Management training or qualification

Experience
Essential

• Training and supervising a team in a section of the laboratory
• Minimum of 6 years post HCPC registration
• Extensive experience of working in a virology laboratory

Aptitude and Personal Qualities
Essential

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to deal with problems in a calm and efficient manner

Values & Behaviours
Essential

• Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: We are Kind. We are Open. We pursue Excellence.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Virology, Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ, United Kingdom

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Chief Biomedical Scientist
Katie Kitchman
Email: View email address on meeveem.com
Phone: View phone number on meeveem.com

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