Senior Biomedical Scientist-Immunology

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Biomedical Scientist to join our Biochemistry and Immunology team. This role is based at The London Clinic in Central London, W1G 7JL
with a competitive salary range on offer, Band 7 NHS Equivalent, dependent on skills and experience.

The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued. Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with state‑of‑the‑art facilities located around Harley Street.

We have approximately 1,300 employees across 8 sites, covering a broad range of specialisms including complex medical and surgical procedures, and a comprehensive range of cancer and outpatient services.

The Blood Sciences laboratory is equipped with multiple instruments including the Stratec Gemini, HOB BioCLIA, Phadia 250, Sebia Hydrasys, and Thermo Fisher Binding Site Optilite. Within Pathology, Immunology also performs IF slide preparation on the Biosystems iPRO, fluorescent microscopy (Euroimmun Eurostar II) and allergy testing using the ALEX2 Allergy Explorer.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, visionary Senior Biomedical Scientist (Band 7) to join our dynamic and thriving Biochemistry and Immunology team which is part of Blood Sciences. As a Senior Biomedical Scientist, you will work closely with the Immunology consultant and the Biochemistry and Immunology Laboratory Manager to provide a patient‑focused, dynamic and efficient Immunology service. You should be an effective leader, have significant Immunology knowledge and experience, and have a good track record of managing staff and laboratory resources.

You must be able to demonstrate achievement of targets, a high attention to detail and excellent communication skills. In this role you will work alongside Blood Sciences colleagues and leaders to cultivate and maintain a culture in which staff are valued, included and supported to continuously improve in delivering a high‑quality service.

For further details or informal visits contact:
Lindi Mangena, Biochemistry and Immunology Laboratory Manager,  ext. 7004

• Job type: full‑time, permanent position, 37.5 hours per week.
• Shifts:
  
  08:00 – 20:00, Monday through Friday, in line with the departmental roster.
• Salary:
  Band 7 NHS Equivalent.
• Benefits package: contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20 %), private medical healthcare, up to 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) pro‑rata, season‑ticket travel loan, family‑friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with various retailers/services.
• Career development: clear career pathways and access to further education.

• Responsible for the Immunology section and team of Biomedical Scientists and Medical laboratory assistants.
• Undertake routine analytical work and day‑to‑day organisation and maintenance of workflow, including monitoring performance of technical and scientific tasks.
• Develop and implement systems and procedures to enable the service to run effectively and ensure compliance with departmental policies, legal and accreditation standards (Quality Management System, Health & Safety, UKAS Standards, resource management).
• Prepare performance and quality reports.
• Manage incidents.
• Provide training and maintain team competences.
• Support team cohesion through empathy, collaboration and inclusion.
• Deputise for the Laboratory Manager as needed.

• HCPC registration and extensive theoretical/scientific knowledge and experience in Immunology.
• Application of ISO 15189 UKAS standards and quality management systems.
• Preparation and reading of Immunofluorescence slides.
• Good understanding and experience of laboratory audit procedures.
• Implementation of health and safety procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team leadership ability.

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