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61 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Training
You will continue to develop your skills and knowledge subject to the requirements of continuous professional development (CPD).
- Training
You will be required to undergo appropriate HR training, for example, in supervisory management.
- Training
To gain new knowledge through experience, formal study and participation in relevant training schemes.
- Training
The jobholder must undertake all mandatory training required for the role.
- Training
The jobholder must take responsibility ... for his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional Development remains a priority.
- Behaviours
To be a leading member of a team providing a clinical technical service.
- Behaviours
To work independently when and as required by the service, for instance when working alone in the provision of the emergency on-call service.
- Behaviours
To take account of changes in service delivery by demonstrating a flexible approach to work.
- Behaviours
Responsible for ensuring continuous individual and team development and a collaborative approach.
- Behaviours
To communicate highly complex and / or sensitive information to colleagues and other healthcare staff.
- Behaviours
To communicate, explain complex information and results to clinicians & other service users clearly and effectively whether orally, graphically or electronically.
- Behaviours
Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Behaviours
Patient-centred.
- Behaviours
Collaborative.
- Behaviours
Fair.
- Behaviours
Accountable.
- Behaviours
Empowered.
- Experience
You will have extensive experience within the speciality or related discipline.
- Experience
You will have developed a range of competencies and specialist knowledge within the discipline through extensive practical experience, in house training and structured study.
- Experience
Experience of carrying out highly specialist clinical technical investigations for the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of disease.
- Experience
Experience of co-ordinating, validating and authorizing the day to day technical activities of a section of the laboratory.
- Experience
Experience of leading or contributing to quality activities such as audit, EQA review, validation, change and risk management.
- Experience
Experience of people governance procedures such as staff recruitment and appraisal.
- Experience
Experience of general departmental management, for example basic HR functions, appraisal and incident investigation.
- Qualifications
In order to carry out the job sufficiently and effectively you will have successfully studied for a [incomplete in source document].
- Practical skills
Perform a wide range of complex clinical technical procedures.
- Practical skills
Use of the LIMS to report, retrieve and manage technical information.
- Practical skills
Oversight responsibility for co-ordinating effective workload management with prioritisation of samples received within specialist area.
- Practical skills
Responsible for the development and validation of in house quality control material & reagents.
- Practical skills
To validate the work of other sections when circumstances require.
- Practical skills
To work with precision and follow accurately the documented laboratory standard operating procedures.
- Practical skills
To operate highly complex laboratory equipment safely and efficiently.
- Practical skills
To input, manage, extract and interpret complex patient data using the laboratory computer system.
- Practical skills
To demonstrate relevant tasks to others as appropriate.
- Practical skills
To plan and implement changes to the clinical technical service offered by the section.
- Practical skills
Responsible for carrying out appraisal scheme for direct reports.
- Practical skills
Level 2 investigations.
- Practical skills
Roster approval level 1.
- Practical skills
Produces informative management reports and contributes to business cases which inform strategic decision making.
- Practical skills
Effective stock management.
- Practical skills
Leads on the maintenance of a robust programme of training and competency assessment within the area of specialist responsibility.
- Practical skills
Oversight of creation and authorisation of Standard Operating Procedures, risk assessments and training records.
- Practical skills
Leads on service improvement initiatives and the implementation of new or updated technologies/instrumentation/tests within specialist area.
- Practical skills
Responsible for ensuring that appropriate service continuity plans and action cards are in place.
- Practical skills
A high degree of dexterity and precision when manipulating small tools such as pipettes, handling very small volumes of clinical material or when preparing microscope slides for examination.
- Practical skills
Working with both speed and accuracy is required.
- Practical skills
Computer skills are essential to carry out your work.
- Special knowledge
Specialist knowledge within the discipline.
- Special knowledge
Have knowledge and understanding of current national legislation and guidelines relevant to the speciality.
- Special knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of complex clinical technical procedures and the safe and effective use of highly complex laboratory equipment.
- Special knowledge
Knowledge of system failures and errors, including the need to report adverse events.
- Special knowledge
Knowledge of quality management systems, quality assurance, audit, EQA, IQC, uncertainty, data trending, quality investigations and corrective and preventative actions.
- Special knowledge
Knowledge of hazards associated with laboratory work, including fire, manual handling, breaches of security, and exposure to chemical, biological and radioactive materials.
- Special knowledge
Knowledge of patient confidentiality and the absolute requirement to protect sensitive information that is related to patient care.
- Special knowledge
Knowledge of departmental policies relating to service provision and Trust policies relating to clinical and people governance.
- Other requirements
The post holder is responsible for maintaining their competency for all relevant technical and managerial/leadership elements of the role.
- Other requirements
The service is delivered from a number of different sites and you may be required, subject to consultation, to travel between sites.
- Other requirements
The job holder will be required to work in a clinical laboratory environment ... where chemical and biohazardous materials are handled.
- Other requirements
The job holder will be required to work with chemical and biological materials such as blood, other body fluids, body tissue and faeces on every shift.
- Other requirements
The job holder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions.
- Other requirements
The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
The successful candidate will be a key member of the Blood Sciences management team. Reporting to the Operational Lead for Clinical Biochemistry, they will be responsible for the delivery of a 24/7 Clinical Biochemistry service across both hospital sites, supported by the wider management team and other key scientific and clinical staff. To be considered for this Advanced Biomedical Scientist position in Clinical Biochemistry candidates must be registered with the HCPC, hold an MSc (or level 7 equivalent, e.g. IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma) and have significant experience in the discipline of Clinical Biochemistry. Employment on annex 21 Band 7 would be considered for candidates with significant specialist knowledge and relevant experience, who are working towards the required level 7 qualification. Experience of working at this level in a similar role, of leading large teams, of quality management/service improvement and of laboratory automation would be advantageous for this senior role. The role is advertised as 0.8 wte (30 hours per week). Flexible working options can be considered. Key roles and responsibilities include: Lead the Clinical Biochemistry service across both main sites, deputising for more senior staff when appropriate. Lead on quality, people governance and training related activity across Clinical Biochemistry. Lead a dedicated team of Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners, coordinating the day-day technical activities of the laboratory.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be an experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry. Educated to masters level, the candidate will need to be able to demonstrate their leadership abilities and knowledge within Clinical Biochemistry. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills are a requirement of this role. We would be especially keen to hear from candidates with the following skills and experience: Advanced knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry. Experience of managing high volume workflows within a Clinical Biochemistry laboratory environment. Ability to ensure 24/7 service delivery and coordinate activities across multiple laboratory sites. Knowledge of UKAS accreditation and ISO 15189 laboratory standards. Experience of using Siemens automation and IT solutions. Experience of using WinPath Enterprise. A proven ability to troubleshoot complex analytical issues, liaising with clinical staff and manufacturers as required to manage non-conformances and robust IQC/EQA performance. Experience of coordinating rotas and of line managing and leading a team of scientific staff. Ability to develop and improve services utilising established service improvement tools. **Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy**
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
- Date posted: 23 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 7
- Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 002203
- Job locations: St James’s University Hospital, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 7TF, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Name Shaq Younas Position Service Lead Email shaqeeb.younas@nhs.net Phone number 0113 2069425 Shortlisting Date: 09/10/26 Interview Date: 19/10/26
Job Summary
The successful candidate will be a key member of the Blood Sciences management team. Reporting to the Operational Lead for Clinical Biochemistry, they will be responsible for the delivery of a 24/7 Clinical Biochemistry service across both hospital sites, supported by the wider management team and other key scientific and clinical staff.
To be considered for this Advanced Biomedical Scientist position in Clinical Biochemistry candidates must be registered with the HCPC, hold an MSc (or level 7 equivalent, e.g. IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma) and have significant experience in the discipline of Clinical Biochemistry. Employment on annex 21 Band 7 would be considered for candidates with significant specialist knowledge and relevant experience, who are working towards the required level 7 qualification. Experience of working at this level in a similar role, of leading large teams, of quality management/service improvement and of laboratory automation would be advantageous for this senior role.
The role is advertised as 0.8 wte (30 hours per week). Flexible working options can be considered.
Key roles and responsibilities include:
Lead the Clinical Biochemistry service across both main sites, deputising for more senior staff when appropriate.
Lead on quality, people governance and training related activity across Clinical Biochemistry.
Lead a dedicated team of Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners, coordinating the day-day technical activities of the laboratory.
Contribute towards service development through active participation and leadership in a range of people governance procedures consistent with Trust policies and on-going projects as part of the NPP network of clinical laboratories.
We encourage all candidates to contact us to discuss the role, and we can offer informal visits to our laboratories for interested candidates. For further information please contact:
Richard Liversidge, Blood Sciences Service Manager 0113 3923947 or email richard.liversidge@nhs.net
All interviews will be held in person at the Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St. James’s University Hospital.
Please note: UK Government immigration and sponsorship criteria have changed. Please check your eligibility before applying.
Why you should join our Team
Our Pathology services operate across two large university teaching hospitals in the Leeds Metropolitan area with a population of around 2.3 million and provide services both regionally and nationally. Construction on the new Leeds Children's Hospital is also planned, which will include all in-patient maternity and specialist neonatal services to become the largest single site maternity centre in the UK.
The successful candidate will be well supported by the wider scientific and clinical teams. The Blood Sciences Department is accredited to ISO15189 and by the IBMS as a training laboratory in both Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology.
This is an exciting time to join one of the largest Pathology departments in the country. The new pathology facility provides integrated, high-quality, efficient pathology services that homes state-of-the-art equipment and supported through a modern information system (LIMS). It is part of the New Pathology Partnership (NPP) working alongside Calderdale & Huddersfield Foundation Trust (CHFT) and Mid Yorkshire Hospitals Trust (MYHT).
Leeds is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT) and West Yorkshire and Harrogate pathology network, offering fast, accurate testing services to hospitals in the region. This is to help to manage increasing demand and support investment in new technology and developing staff to improve services for patients. This allows us to improve how we diagnose illness for patients and help to meet the growing regional demand for specialist services like heart or neurosurgery.
The Department of Blood Sciences is seeking to recruit experienced and innovative Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Biochemistry to help shape, deliver and improve the service we deliver to our patients across the two sites. St James’s the brand-new facility will consolidate many of those pathology services that will benefit from being more closely co-located. This means we can deliver service improvements up to two to three years sooner.
Why should you join our team?
Become part of a team that plays a vital role in patient care by delivering accurate and timely biochemistry test results that support diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring.
Join LTHT Biochemistry Department with a strong reputation for high-quality diagnostic services, modern technology, and a commitment to excellence in healthcare, with the largest automation tracking system in the North.
Benefit from ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities to expand your skills while working alongside experienced laboratory professionals.
Collaborate with dedicated scientists, laboratory staff, and clinicians in an environment that values teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement.
Contribute to a laboratory that prioritises quality, patient safety, health and safety, confidentiality, and innovation in every aspect of its work.
Enjoy the opportunity to grow within one of the largest healthcare organisations while making a meaningful contribution to improving patient outcomes.
What you will bring to the role
The successful candidate will be an experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist in Clinical Biochemistry. Educated to master’s level, the candidate will need to be able to demonstrate their leadership abilities and knowledge within Clinical Biochemistry. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills are a requirement of this role. We would be especially keen to hear from candidates with the following skills and experience:
Advanced knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry.
Experience of managing high volume workflows within a Clinical Biochemistry laboratory environment.
Ability to ensure 24/7 service delivery and coordinate activities across multiple laboratory sites.
Knowledge of UKAS accreditation and ISO 15189 laboratory standards.
Experience of using Siemens automation and IT solutions.
Experience of using WinPath Enterprise.
A proven ability to troubleshoot complex analytical issues, liaising with clinical staff and manufacturers as required to manage non-conformances and robust IQC/EQA performance.
Experience of coordinating rotas and of line managing and leading a team of scientific staff.
Ability to develop and improve services utilising established service improvement tools.
**Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy**
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Pathology CSU values.....
We care
We work together
We respect each other
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
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This advert is for Advanced Biomedical Scientist (XR07) with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Leeds, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Biomedical scientist role. The advertised salary is £49387.00 to £56515.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 08 Oct 2026.
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