📍 Location: Belfast
🕒 Hours: 37.5 hours per week, with participation in a 24-hour laboratory service covering extended days, overnight, weekends and public holidays
An opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Biomedical Scientist to join a dynamic microbiology department based in Belfast. We’re recruiting at Band 5 and Band 6 level, depending on qualifications and experience, with excellent support for professional development and career progression.
🔍 Key Responsibilities
1. Perform laboratory investigations appropriate to level and training
2. Work independently with minimal supervision and sound judgement
3. Provide supervision and guidance to trainees and support staff
4. Contribute to research initiatives and development of new techniques
5. Ensure compliance with health & safety, data protection and equality policies
6. Participate in ongoing academic and ‘in-service’ training programs
7. Uphold professional and ethical standards in all duties
🎯 Essential Criteria
Band 6 – Specialist Biomedical Scientist
8. HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
9. IBMS Specialist Diploma (or equivalent) in Microbiology
10. Minimum 1 year post-registration experience in Microbiology
OR
11. 3 years as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) in Microbiology
12. HCPC registration must be maintained and active
📄 Assessed at shortlisting via application form
Band 5 – Biomedical Scientist
13. HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
14. Minimum 3 years’ experience in Microbiology
📄 Assessed at shortlisting via application form
⭐ Band 5 appointees must complete IBMS Specialist Diploma in Microbiology within 36 months of HCPC registration
Skills & Attributes
15. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
16. Strong IT proficiency including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
17. Ability to follow protocols with precision and attention to detail
18. Comfortable working under pressure in a busy environment
19. Awareness of laboratory function in diagnosis and treatment
20. Sound understanding of Health & Safety and Data Protection
🎙️ Assessed during interview
🌱 What’s On Offer
21. Collaborative lab culture with professional mentorship
22. Structured CPD pathway with certificate-level training
23. Personal Contribution Plan & Annual Staff Development Review
24. Chance to make a direct impact on patient care and public health
Keen to apply your microbiology expertise in a supportive, progressive setting? Let’s talk. Reach out today for a confidential discussion and take the next step in your biomedical career.
Send your CV and cover letter to darius.g@therecruitmentco.uk