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Specialist Biomedical Scientist
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated candidates for the full time post of Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the West of Scotland Specialist Virology Centre (WoSSVC) in Glasgow.
Specialist Biomedical Scientists (BMS) in virology provide specialist services and are responsible for the performance of scientific procedures used for screening purposes and in the investigation and diagnosis of viral infection.
A variety of the most up to date scientific methods and technologies are used to examine various sample types. These are complex procedures involving exposure to biological and chemical hazards and require manual dexterity, concentration and attention to detail to achieve accuracy and precision within a specified timescale.
The post holder is responsible for carrying out the duties required to provide an efficient virology service that is necessary for effective patient care and to supervise, instruct, train and support less experienced staff.
Applicants must be registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist and require an Honours degree in Biomedical Sciences.
The post is based at the WoSSVC at Glasgow Royal Infirmary which is a state of the art facility which contains extensive Virology analysers such as Abbott Alinitiy-i and Alinity-m systems, Roche 6800 and FLOW extraction and PCR set up systems, which are interfaced with the Laboratory Information Management System. The post holder has the responsibility to maintain and troubleshoot equipment failure at the highest skill level in order to provide continuous service provision.
The laboratory processes over 350,000 specimens per annum and in addition to routine sections, also includes Specialist testing section. The laboratory holds UKAS accreditation for ISO 15189.
The shift pattern is; 37.5 hours over 7 days
Informal Contact
Stephen Hughes, Technical Services Manager on 0141 242 9647
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Pack
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.