Job overview
At University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust patients are at the centre of all we do.
Derbyshire Pathology provides pathology services for Royal Derby Hospital, Chesterfield Royal Hospital and Queen's Hospital, Burton (since October 2021) and is hosted by University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation.
We are part of a modern laboratory within Derbyshire Pathology, a joint venture for Derby, Burton and Chesterfield so this post may require cross site working.
If you are an experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist and would relish a new challenge, then we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting time to become part of a diverse team. The laboratory is covered 24 hours every day and the successful candidate would be require to work weekends on rotational basis and participate in the on-call rota.
To be eligible for a band 6 you will need to have completed the IBMS Specialist Diploma or be within a few months of completing this.
We’re looking for a passionate and committed individual who shares our values and want to invest in continuously to improve and transform our services.
Main duties of the job
To undertake the day to day sample processing and analytical clinical investigations for Microbiology to the agreed standard of timeliness and quality. Supervise Band 5 Biomedical Scientists and MLAs within their work area.
To engage in training of staff. To fully participate in on-call and weekend duties. Familiarisation and understanding of ISO 15189 standards, Health & Safety requirements; audit and training/education techniques is essential.
Experience of utilising transformation methodologies to drive change and improve service delivery is also desirable. Proactive individuals, with drive and dedication will excel in this post.
Closing date of applications: 30 July 2026
Interview date: 13 August 2026
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of UKAS, HSE and quality systems in a diagnostic laboratory
- Participates in continuous professional development
- Knowledge of laboratory health and safety
Qualifications
Essential
- IBMS Specialist portfolio or equivalent
- HCPC registration
Experience in Microbiology
Essential
- Demonstrable post HCPC registration laboratory experience
- Specialist level knowledge in bacteriology
Desirable
- Experience of troubleshooting
- Participation in on-call
- Experience in Parasitology
- Experience in Mycology
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This advert is for Biomedical Scientist / Specialist Biomedical Scientist with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust in Derby, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £48,117 pro rata pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Jul 2026.
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