Job summary Do you want to isolate /detect and identify all the interesting and novel pathogens? Do you want to use the latest laboratory technology and diagnostics? Do you want to continually develop and learn something new every day? Then working for the NHS East and South East London Pathology partnership is for you! An opportunity to join the Microbiology Department at the Royal London Hospital (the hub site for the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership) on a 12 month fixed term contract. We are jointly owned by Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. We are an arms-length organisation, and we have our own board and governance framework, with each of the three trusts having an equal voice and vote in the running of the Pathology Partnership. We are one of the largest pathology providers in the NHS, and we bring together the strengths of teams from each of the three trusts into a single organisation, dedicated to the provision of high quality and cost-effective pathology services. Main duties of the job The post holder is required to carry out scientific and technical duties in the Microbiology departments within the NHS East & South East London Pathology Partnership. The post holder will be based at the Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel site.The post holder may also be required to work across other Patrhology Partnership laboratory sites as and when required. They will provide a high quality and responsive service and ensure that all regulatory and accreditation requirements are met. They will ensure that all local and national policies are followed. They will promote a culture of continuous improvement in both service delivery and quality. They will take part in training of Medical Laboratory Assistants, Associate Practitioners, Biomedical Scientists, Junior Doctors and MSc students. About us The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021. Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS).The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership.The Partnership has three operational divisions:o Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistryo Microbiology and Virologyo Cellular Pathology and Cancer DiagnosticsThe 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE.We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. Job description Job 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 documents, please view the attachment/s below. Job description Job 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 documents, please view the attachment/s below. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist Certificated IBMS Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology and/or CPSM fully completed registration blue log-book in microbiology Evidence of CPD MSc or BSc approved by IBMS Experience Essential Worked in a diagnostic microbiology laboratory and have routinely performed TB, Mycology and molecular diagnostics. Desirable Will have worked with a range of automated laboratory analysers and a range of testing platforms. Experience in TB microscopy and culture. Knowledge Essential Specialist scientific knowledge in Medical Microbiology. Understanding of UKAS Quality Management Systems. Understanding of Health & Safety legislation. Understanding of Governance Requirements. Knowledge of EUCAST antimicrobial susceptibility testing guidelines. Desirable Awareness of future technologies and pathology network service models. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist Certificated IBMS Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology and/or CPSM fully completed registration blue log-book in microbiology Evidence of CPD MSc or BSc approved by IBMS Experience Essential Worked in a diagnostic microbiology laboratory and have routinely performed TB, Mycology and molecular diagnostics. Desirable Will have worked with a range of automated laboratory analysers and a range of testing platforms. Experience in TB microscopy and culture. Knowledge Essential Specialist scientific knowledge in Medical Microbiology. Understanding of UKAS Quality Management Systems. Understanding of Health & Safety legislation. Understanding of Governance Requirements. Knowledge of EUCAST antimicrobial susceptibility testing guidelines. Desirable Awareness of future technologies and pathology network service models. 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. 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.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 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. 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.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Barts Health NHS Trust Address P & P Building, 3rd Floor 80 Newark Street London E1 1FR Employer's website