University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Biomedical Scientist - Clinical Biochemistry
The closing date is 22 April 2026
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Biomedical Scientists for the role of Senior Biomedical Scientist within the Clinical Biochemistry laboratories at University Hospitals Dorset.
* To help manage and co‑coordinate the day‑to‑day technical activities of the Biochemistry Department, prioritising work so that a safe and timely service is available and meets patient's needs.
* You are required to have extensive experience in all aspects of Biochemistry at a specialist level.
* You will need to be well‑motivated and demonstrate ability to lead colleagues.
* The applicant must be able to prioritise and organise their own workload and possess excellent communication skills.
* Professional and personal development is encouraged and will be supported by the department.
* The successful applicant will be expected to be able to work out of hours where required to support the service.
Please note this is a cross‑site working role. Working location will be based on department priorities. Therefore, being able to work flexibly is essential to this role.
Please see the job description and person specification for the full requirements of the role.
Applications from candidates who are currently enrolled on a suitable MSc programme (or equivalent) will be considered.
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Note: This is a UHD post working cross site at both Poole and Bournemouth
Interview Date: 4th May 2026
Main duties of the job
* To co‑ordinate and participate in the routine processing of specimens; and to allocate work to the other BMS and Associate Practitioner staff to ensure a smooth workflow.
* To act as a deputy for the Laboratory Manager when required.
* To ensure that specialised and urgent specimens are appropriately dealt with.
* To participate in the technical work as required.
* To organise and participate in the training programme for all staff within the department.
* To ensure appropriate maintenance and safe use of equipment.
* To assist in the development of rotas in conjunction with the other senior biomedical staff and ensure that they are operated correctly, and to liaise with the other senior BMS staff to provide continuous cover from the start of each day.
* To co‑ordinate adequate supplies of laboratory consumables and reagents and co‑ordinate their stock control.
* To contribute to audit activities.
* To contribute to the maintenance and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
For full duties of the post, please see the job description.
For full requirements of the post, please see the person specification.
About us
UHD is investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service‑specific questions at interview.
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
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Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.
* MSc or equivalent.
* Evidence of up‑to‑date CPD.
* Willing to pursue further qualifications.
Experience
* Post HCPC Registration experience of working in a Biochemistry laboratory.
* Good working knowledge of LIMS and computer systems.
* Demonstrable problem‑solving skills.
* Understanding of management skills to ensure day‑to‑day running of the department.
* Experience of analyser installation and validation process.
* Possess highly developed technical skills and adept at all laboratory procedures.
* Ability to interpret diagnostic results and take appropriate action.
* Proven training ability.
* Ability to organise own workload and the day‑to‑day organisation and staffing of work section.
* Evaluate and appraise new methods and technologies.
* Prepare presentations as part of laboratory training programme.
Knowledge
* Thorough, specialist understanding of Clinical Biochemistry.
* Understanding of Biochemistry and its application in clinical practice and public health.
* Comprehensive understanding of quality control/quality assurance and laboratory safety procedures.
* Understanding of basic management practice.
* Understanding of the Good Practice Guidelines.
Personal Attributes
* Ability to work as part of a team, including leading the team and as an individual.
* Ability to use initiative.
* Willing to work flexibly.
* Ability to concentrate for long periods at technically demanding procedures.
* Ability to work alone to provide an out‑of‑hours service.
Language requirement
* Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role.
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.
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