Biomedical Scientist - Immunology

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Immunology Department of our ISO15189:2022 accredited laboratory at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. We provide diagnostic and monitoring services to patients across a wide geographical area and support our acute services across both the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole General Hospital within the Trust.

We are a supportive Trust interested in developing our employees. All relevant training will be provided and there are opportunities for continuing professional development for the successful applicant.

The One Dorset Pathology service unites Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital, and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals to deliver a high-quality, efficient, and consistent service. It is part of the national 'S6' pathology network, alongside Hampshire Hospitals, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Salisbury, and Southampton.

This role requires HCPC Registration.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview: Week commencing 2nd November 2026

**This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. *

Main duties of the job

• Be required to act in a scientific role in the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues and cells using specialised laboratory equipment to determine the presence or absence of disease, enabling diagnosis and also to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
• Responsible for delegated tasks, involved in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of a clinical pathology service that enables high standards of patient care.
• Assist in the teaching and development of trainee staff and support workers.
• Expected to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in Immunology as part of their continuing professional development (CPD).

For full duties of the post, please see the job description.

For full requirements of the post, please see the person specification.

Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.

About us

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not bereimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

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AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Health Professions Council (HCPC) for Registration
• Honours degree or equivalent in a biological science which is acceptable by Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
• Completion of IBMS Registration Portfolio

Desirable

• Working towards IBMS Specialist Portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in Clinical Immunology
• Experience of working in an NHS UKAS approved laboratory

Desirable

• Experience in equipment validation and implementation

Skills

Essential

• Good interpretive skills at bench level
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrable experience of pipetting
• Basic computer skills
• Handling biological specimens
• Practical skills associated with GLP
• Knowledge of Phadia 250

Desirable

• Familiarity with Quality Management Software
• Familiarity with Winpath software
• Knowledge of Immunofluoresence

Other requirements

Essential

• Desire and ability to relocate to the area
• Experience of training other members of staff
• Able to work autonomously and as a team member
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Flexibility
• Time management
• Physical capability to perform laboratory duties working alone on shifts

Knowledge

Essential

• Willing and able to learn new skills through further training
• Currently participating in CPD

Desirable

• A good understanding of Clinical Immunology