Registered Biomedical Scientist Band 6

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientists Band 5 to support an NHS Clinical Chemistry Equipment Validation Project in Milton Keynes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Biomedical Scientist to support the implementation of new analytical platforms within an NHS laboratory.

Working as part of a dedicated project team, you will support the installation, verification, and validation of new laboratory analysers, ensuring equipment is fully validated, quality assured, and ready for operational use.

• Temporary 3–6 month contract.
• Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.
• 37.5 hours per week.
• Opportunity to support an NHS laboratory equipment validation project.
• Work within an experienced Clinical Chemistry team.
• Gain experience with leading laboratory analyser platforms.

• Support the installation, verification, and validation of new laboratory analysers.
• Perform analytical testing and evaluate instrument performance against acceptance criteria.
• Carry out method comparison studies and assess analyser functionality.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality standards, ISO requirements, and UKAS accreditation.
• Produce, maintain, and review validation documentation and technical reports.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues during analyser implementation.
• Work collaboratively with laboratory staff, equipment manufacturers, and project stakeholders.
• Support the transition to new laboratory testing platforms while maintaining service quality.
• Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist is essential.
• Previous Biomedical Scientist experience within an NHS or UKAS-accredited clinical laboratory.
• Strong Clinical Chemistry or Biochemistry background.
• Experience with analyser installation, validation, verification, or method comparison studies.
• Good understanding of laboratory quality management systems and UKAS accreditation requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Experience with one or more of the following analyser platforms:
  • Beckman Coulter DXI 9000.
  • Beckman Coulter AU Series.
  • Roche Cobas.
  • Siemens Healthineers analysers.

• Experience in Haematology and/or Blood Transfusion.
• Previous Band 6 responsibilities or project experience.

Please note:

Applicants must be HCPC registered and have demonstrable Clinical Chemistry laboratory experience. Recent graduates or candidates with laboratory assistant-only experience will not be considered.