NHS - Biomedical Scientist- Band 5
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Job overview
An exciting opportunity is available for a Pathology Research Biomedical Scientist to gain experience and skills working on a range of clinical research studies in our Pathology department. You will play a key role in supporting the conduct and delivery of high-quality clinical research, as well as working with clinical investigators and research teams in the delivery of National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) studies.The candidate is expected to contribute to the service in the biochemistry laboratory as per the service level contract.
This post would suit an enthusiastic individual who is ready for a challenge and keen to undertake further training and development or individuals who wish to consider a career in clinical research.
The candidate would be joining a laboratory at the forefront of the national Modernising Pathology agenda and strong personal development , and professional strategy.
We can help you to achieve these by supporting your development by providing access to internal and external courses suitable for the job description and training need.
Main duties of the job
Liaising and co-ordinating with the research teams to streamline Pathology’s involvement in trials
Assist and manage study set up
Co-ordinate processing of clinical trial samples
Review research proposals disseminate relevant laboratory requirements and assess feasibility.
As appropriate, to create Standard Operation Procedure (SOPs)
Liaison with all stakeholders to finalise/approve pathology’s involvement in clinical trials.
Contribute to the service provision in Biochemistry lab after receiving appropriate training.
In addition, you will:
- Demonstrate good organisational and communication skills.
- Demonstrate motivation and enthusiasm
- Be able to manage your time and work with minimum supervision.
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access etc.)
- Be willing to work flexibly in terms of hours and duties to meet research service needs.
- Have the ability to integrate with a number of teams in order to achieve set objectives.
- Assists in the effective induction, mentorship, support and development of new staff, students and more junior colleagues.
Research experience would be an advantage but is not essential as training will be provided but background in biochemistry is essential.
Working for our organisation
Our laboratory has accreditation for UKAS ISO:15189, MHRA, and is accredited as a training laboratory by the IBMS for both registration and specialist portfolios leading to HCPC registration.
Reading sits on the River Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford, and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work, and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.
The CQC recently rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.
Our values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For details of the job description attached to this advert.
The job description covers main duties in research and biochemistry laboratory.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- HCPC registered
- BSC in Science
- Evidence of CPD
- IT training
Experience
Essential criteria- One year experience in a medical laboratory
- Experience working with Microsoft office.
- Experience in research
- One year experience in Biochemistry laboratory
- Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work, life balance
- Annual leave – 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro rata for part time staff
- NHS pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Money Advice Service
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff
- On-site nursery (based at RBH)
- Full educational library services
- Cycle to work scheme, lockable storage for cycles
- Bus to work scheme
- Excellent rail and bus links
- A huge range of Health Service Discounts at hundreds of big brands from holidays to gadgets and restaurants to retail.
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