Senior Biomedical Scientist - Parasitology

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a full time Senior Biomedical Scientist in the Department of Clinical Parasitology in Central London on a permanent contract.

The successful applicants will join a specialist reference unit delivering a varied parasitology service out of the Halo building, HSLs flagship laboratory. The department operates a standard working day of 7.5 hours (generally 09:00 to 17:30, Monday to Friday. In addition, the successful candidate would be expected to cover one On Call Session per week for urgent malaria diagnosis when fully trained.

The Department of Clinical Parasitology serves as a national reference centre offering expert diagnosis and identification on human parasites and the diseases they cause. The department services requests from users worldwide. In the UK these users include general practitioners, PHE and medical laboratories in the NHS and the independent sector.

We offer an extensive portfolio of diagnostic investigations including microscopy, culture, immunological and nucleic acid based procedures. This portfolio includes many specialist techniques specific to this department.

Main duties of the jobWe constantly seek to develop, evaluate and advise upon new parasite diagnostic techniques, a role greatly facilitated by our extensive archive of diagnostic specimens that can be used in the development and validation of assays. Recent collaborations include the development of the first CE marked LAMP based nucleic acid test for malaria with the Foundation for Innovative and New Diagnostics (FIND) and the development of a molecular EQA scheme for malaria diagnosis with both WHO and UKNEQAS.

Most recently we are undertaking an evaluation of Artificial Intelligence to aid staff in the analysis of samples.

The ideal candidate will be committed to and have a genuine interest in Parasitology and want to expand their knowledge further. It is a rewarding opportunity while providing a learning platform which could be considered as an insight into furthering your career. The candidate must be HCPC Registered with a Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent and an MSc. The candidate will have the opportunity to rotate around our serology, microscopy and molecular sections, gaining expertise, carrying out a diverse range of diagnostic techniques and directly observing parasites rarely seen outside of tropical locations.

Experience in serology or microscopy is desirable although full training will be given for all procedures carried out.

About us At HSL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including:

Training and development opportunities including the funding of Undergraduate and Masters Degrees and IBMS Specialist Portfolios for Biomedical Scientists Annual performance related salary review Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms Cash healthcare plan Sick Pay Entitlement one months full pay and one months half pay after probation Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness (six months qualifying period) Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing Season Ticket Loan Scheme Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with years of service Competitive annual leave allowance
-29 days annual leave Flexible working hours 37.5 hours standard working week. With a variety of working patterns available, options to review working flexibly will always be considered.

Please read the job description and person specification carefully and ensure that your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.

We respect and value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from diverse communities.

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Date posted
13 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other Salary
Depending on experience

Up to 66,336 per annum DOE inclusive of regional pay allowance

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time

Reference numberEJob locations1 Mabledon Place

LondonWC1H 9AX
United Kingdom Job description

Job responsibilities

Overall

Job Purpose:

To manage staff and various sections within the Department of Clinical Parasitology as directed by the
Operational Lead or Deputy, working in collaboration with the other senior scientific staff in providing an
efficient and effective service within the resources available and to ensure the maintenance of scientific
standards of HSL.
The post holder will be required to work within any section of the department including core and unsocial
hours as required.
Main duties
To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties:
1. To supervise various grades of scientific & support staff
2. To participate in all areas of laboratory bench work, whilst adhering to standard operating
procedures and…