Healthcare Sciences

Salary

Band 5 – £31,892 - £39,735
Band 6 – £33,072 - £48,635

• Suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists.
• Newly graduated candidates, if successful, will be required to complete their Specialist Portfolio prior to progression to Band 6.
• Demonstrate team spirit, initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm to train further.

• Rotation through various sections within the department.
• Following suitable training, cover the 24/7 laboratory service.
• Work a 37.0 hour per week average, including evenings, weekends and overnight when trained.

The core laboratory is equipped with Roche cobas 8000 analyzers, 8100 pre‑analytics and track. The special investigations laboratory has Thermo GCMS and has been re‑equipped with Sebia electrophoresis systems.

The department is UKAS accredited and is IBMS approved for Biomedical Scientist training. Active participation in CPD and opportunities for further study are supported and encouraged.

NHS Scotland supports flexible working, family‑friendly policies, and reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates, long‑term conditions and neurodivergent applicants. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

To work in the United Kingdom, a legal right‑to‑work is required. It can be evidenced through various routes and is checked by NHS Scotland Boards. Please ensure you have a right to work or the post is eligible for sponsorship before submitting your application.

Please contact Karen Ritchie, BMS Manager, on or email karen.ritchie5t.