North West London Pathology (NWLP) is an NHS pathology partnership joint venture between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea & Westminster NHS Foundation Trust and The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. NWLP is modelled as a shared services organisation jointly owned by the three Trusts. The organisation is hosted by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and as the legal entity for NWLP our staff are employed by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. NWLP is based on a ‘hub and spoke’ structure; the majority of routine, specialist and non-urgent activity is centralised at our hub site at Charing Cross Hospital. Urgent tests required for immediate patient management and treatment are performed in 24/7 Essential Service Laboratories based on-site within the seven hospital sites in the group. The partnership has created an innovative and sustainable service that delivers outstanding quality to users and patients alike. This innovative approach allows the service to better manage demand, standardise operations, improve value for money and make use of state-of-the-art technology. Our values are to be patient-focused, collaborative, expert and caring. Job overview We are looking for an ambitious Biomedical Scientist to join our dedicated team within North West London Pathology. Applications are sought from self-motivated individuals with experience of working in a busy Clinical Chemistry department. You will be instrumental in delivering, maintaining and developing the high-quality services our laboratory provides, maintaining our quality management system, assisting senior biomedical scientists with monitoring and managing quality assessment, key performance indicator reviews and ensuring our clinical users receive the best care possible. The Clinical Chemistry department provides a large repertoire of tests including routine clinical chemistry, emergency department blood borne virus screening, endocrinology services, therapeutic drug monitoring and xanthochromia spectrophotometry. Your ability to communicate effectively and work independently or collaboratively, and proudly lead a service day-to-day will make you a perfect fit for our team. Although this post is primarily clinical chemistry, applicants with a multi-disciplinary background may have the opportunity to undertake a brief rotation to maintain skills in haematology and blood transfusion. Advert Collaborate effectively within the department to deliver a professional clinical laboratory service. Perform core scientific and interpretive work in line with the qualifications of a Registered Healthcare Scientist. Participate in appropriate training courses and continuous professional development (CPD) programs. Supervise unqualified staff and deputise for section leaders as needed. Provide specialist clinical technical services, including involvement in research and audit activities. Delivery of comprehensive diagnostic services while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Working for our organisation Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. NWLP Induction The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP. For 2025/26, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks. Monday 5 January 2026 Monday 2 February 2026 Monday 2 March 2026 Monday 13 April 2026 Monday 11 May 2026 Monday 1 June 2026 Monday 6 July 2026 Monday 3 August 2026 Monday 7 September 2026 Monday 5 October 2026 Monday 2 November 2026 Monday 7 December 2026 Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Right to work If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK Infection control Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within NWLP such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location. Please ensure you check your emails regularly throughout the recruitment process.