# Biomedical Scientist - Immunology > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/biomedical-scientist-immunology/282c17e0-1f0a-4047-a4a7-a758f70b0900 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/biomedical-scientist-immunology/282c17e0-1f0a-4047-a4a7-a758f70b0900.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** The Royal Bournemouth Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Biomedical scientist - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 pa - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Full Flexibility Required) - **Closing date:** 2026-09-16T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-01T23:23:23.863Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Dorset/Bournemouth/University_Hospitals_Dorset_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Immunology/Immunology-v8233429 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8233429?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhd.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Immunology Department of our ISO15189:2022 accredited laboratory at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. We provide diagnostic and monitoring services to patients across a wide geographical area and support our acute services across both the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole General Hospital within the Trust. We are a supportive Trust interested in developing our employees. All relevant training will be provided and there are opportunities for continuing professional development for the successful applicant. The One Dorset Pathology service unites Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital, and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals to deliver a high-quality, efficient, and consistent service. It is part of the national ‘S6’ pathology network, alongside Hampshire Hospitals, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Salisbury, and Southampton. Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital Interview: 28th September ### Main duties of the job ### The successful applicant will: - Be required to act in a scientific role in the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues and cells using specialised laboratory equipment to determine the presence or absence of disease, enabling diagnosis and also to monitor the effectiveness of treatment. - Responsible for delegated tasks, involved in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of a clinical pathology service that enables high standards of patient care. - Assist in the teaching and development of trainee staff and support workers. - Expected to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in Immunology as part of their continuing professional development (CPD). For full duties of the post, please see the job description. For full requirements of the post, please see the person specification. Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Good interpretive skills at bench level - Good attention to detail and accuracy - Demonstrable experience of pipetting - Basic computer skills - Handling biological specimens - Practical skills associated with GLP - Knowledge of Phadia 250 **Desirable** - Familiarity with Quality Management Software - Familiarity with Winpath software - Knowledge of Immunofluoresence ### Knowledge **Essential** - Willing and able to learn new skills through further training - Currently participating in CPD **Desirable** - A good understanding of Clinical Immunology ### Experience **Essential** - Demonstrable experience in Clinical Immunology - Experience of working in an NHS UKAS approved laboratory **Desirable** - Experience in equipment validation and implementation ### Qualifications **Essential** - Health Professions Council (HCPC) for Registration - Honours degree or equivalent in a biological science which is acceptable by Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) - Completion of IBMS Registration Portfolio **Desirable** - Working towards IBMS Specialist Portfolio ### Other requirements **Essential** - Desire and ability to relocate to the area - Experience of training other members of staff - Able to work autonomously and as a team member - Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills - Ability to prioritise - Flexibility - Time management - Physical capability to perform laboratory duties working alone on shifts ## Documents - [dbs - faqs (pdf, 102.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2417) - [immunology band 5 job description (pdf, 216.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10543601) - [immunology band 5 person specification (pdf, 56.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10543602) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.