Job summary
The Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Senior Biomedical Scientist (Band 7) working across all three of our laboratory sites.
The department has state of the art equipment and technology and prides itself on being forward thinking and innovative. It also has a proven track record in staff training/development and the successful candidate must be equally committed to promotion of continuous development and quality improvement. We currently hold full UKAS accreditation status to ISO15189:2022 standards.
The post involves working in both Haematology and Blood Transfusion as part of the senior team. The department is looking for an individual who has knowledge in both areas but a particular passion for Blood Transfusion Science. Experience of quality management/audit/training and proven IT skills would also be advantageous.
Successful candidates will have:
An innovative, forward looking approach
Excellent interpersonal / communication skills
- A passion for Blood Transfusion
In depth knowledge and expertise in Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science
- Experience of working to quality and accreditation systems and standards
- Knowledge of Pathology IT systems
The necessary experience to undertake the challenging role
Full participation in the relevant Department's extended working day and the out of hours service is a mandatory requirement of all posts
Main duties of the job
In this role you will be part of a team of senior biomedical scientists and technical managers who manage and co-ordinate the day to day technical activities of the Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratories.
You will have developed knowledge, experience and competency in specialised diagnostic techniques in both Haematology and Blood Transfusion and you must be a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist. A working knowledge of Pathology IT systems including specific requirements for Blood Transfusion Laboratories is an essential part of this role.
This is an interesting and challenging role working in a dynamic environment and will suit individuals who are able to use their initiative to support a high quality service.
About us
Based in the North East of England close to the historic and cultural cities of Newcastle and Durham, we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our Armed Forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Details
Date posted
24 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
A
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service has laboratories at all 3 sites with the Pathology Centre laboratory being sited at Gateshead and acute laboratories at both Sunderland and South Tyneside.
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service has laboratories at all 3 sites with the Pathology Centre laboratory being sited at Gateshead and acute laboratories at both Sunderland and South Tyneside.
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent and Professional Registration (HCPC)
* IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Haematology and Blood Transfusion or Equivalent
* MSc or IBMS Higher Specialist Portfolio in Haematology and/or Blood Transfusion
Desirable
* Post Graduate Leadership Course
* BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science Practice or equivalent
Experience
Essential
* Substantial specialist training and in depth experience of modern NHS laboratory techniques
Desirable
* Knowledge and Skills in Pathology IT Systems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent and Professional Registration (HCPC)
* IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Haematology and Blood Transfusion or Equivalent
* MSc or IBMS Higher Specialist Portfolio in Haematology and/or Blood Transfusion
Desirable
* Post Graduate Leadership Course
* BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science Practice or equivalent
Experience
Essential
* Substantial specialist training and in depth experience of modern NHS laboratory techniques
Desirable
* Knowledge and Skills in Pathology IT Systems
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
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Employer details
Employer name
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
Employer's website
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