Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Car scheme
Full job description
We are seeking an efficient, flexible, and motivated Band 7 Biomedical Scientist (Clinical Biochemistry) interested in automated solutions/track systems to join the Blood Sciences laboratory team at Charing Cross Hospital. The laboratory at Charing Cross is a Hub lab for North West London pathology where all of the GP work in the area and referral tests from spoke sites are processed.
The post holder will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, patient-focused service for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and work collaboratively across the North West London Pathology network.
As a Band 7 Biomedical Scientist, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of a team of Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners. You will ensure the delivery of an effective, efficient, and high-quality laboratory service, supporting excellent patient care and appropriate resource management.
Clinical Biochemistry and Serology operate as a single workforce; therefore, the post holder will work closely with Serology senior staff and the service manager, and will be expected to address operational issues in their absence.
The laboratory holds IBMS training approval for both Registration and Specialist Portfolios in Blood Sciences. Experience in training staff for IBMS registration and possession of a specialist qualification in Clinical Biochemistry are highly desirable.
The key responsibilities of the post holder includes:
Manage designated sections of diagnostic and support services, ensuring effective organisation, staffing, and workflow
Ensure all procedures, protocols, and quality standards are followed at all times
Supervise, direct, and support staff within allocated sections
Provide teaching, training, and professional development for staff, including those undertaking IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry and current diagnostic laboratory practices
Contribute to service continuity across other sections when required, particularly in the absence of senior staff
The laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art analytical platforms, including Abbott Alinity CI Chemistry and Immuno-Chemistry analysers, Tosoh G11 and OsmoPro.
The service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and Band 7 staff participate in core, late, and weekend day shift rotas.
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 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.
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.
