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Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology (Band 6)
Location: London, UK Salary: Band 6 (in line with current NHS Agenda for Change pay scales)
We are interested in those seeking one of more of the below working patterns;
- Nights full time
- Evening and Nights shifts
- Full 247 rota Inc Nights
Main duties of the job
Successful applicants will have practical experience in:
- Processing high volumes of routine microbiology specimens.
- Culture, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
- Reading and interpreting routine culture plates.
- Routine bacteriology and associated microbiological investigations.
- Working within ISO 15189/UKAS (or equivalent) accredited laboratory standards.
- Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in a busy diagnostic laboratory.
About us
What We Offer
- Competitive Band 6 salary in line with Agenda for Change pay scales.
- A permanent position based in London.
- Visa sponsorship TRANSFER available for suitably qualified UK based Biomedical Scientist currently working in UK as band 6
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Supportive team environment within a leading Microbiology department.
Details
- Date posted: 20 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: Depending on experience Band 6 (in line with current NHS Agenda for Change pay scales)
- Contract: Locum
- Duration: 6 months
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
- Reference number: M0041-BMS3
- Job locations: 61 Queen Street, 4th Floor, London, EC4R 1EB, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology to join a busy NHS laboratory in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-performing microbiology department processing a large volume of routine diagnostic samples.
Shifts available:
Nights full time
Evening and Nights shifts
Full 247 rota Inc Nights
Experience Required
Successful applicants will have practical experience in:
- Processing high volumes of routine microbiology specimens.
- Culture, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
- Reading and interpreting routine culture plates.
- Routine bacteriology and associated microbiological investigations.
- Working within ISO 15189/UKAS (or equivalent) accredited laboratory standards.
- Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in a busy diagnostic laboratory.
Essential Requirements
- HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist
- Specialist Portfolio must be completed
- BSc (Hons) Degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- A minimum of 4 years' post-registration/postgraduate experience working exclusively within a routine Microbiology laboratory.
- Previous experience in a high-volume hospital laboratory, such as an NHS, government, university teaching, or tertiary referral hospital or large Private laboratories based in the UK
- Confident working independently across all areas of routine microbiology.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 4 years' post-registration/postgraduate experience working exclusively within a routine Microbiology laboratory.
- Previous experience in a high-volume hospital laboratory, such as an NHS, government, university teaching, or tertiary referral hospital or large Private laboratories based in the UK
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist
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This advert is for Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology (Band 6) with Health Now Limited in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Health science services role. The advertised salary is Depends on experience. The contract type is Locum. The application deadline is 20 Oct 2026.
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