# Trainee Clinical Perfusion Scientist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/trainee-clinical-perfusion-scientist/005fa9a7-7054-4992-b680-c600bb70d60b - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/trainee-clinical-perfusion-scientist/005fa9a7-7054-4992-b680-c600bb70d60b.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Manchester - **Region:** North West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Health science services - **Speciality:** Cardiothoracic Surgery - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £49,387 - £56,515 Per Annum - **Contract type:** Permanent: Annex 21 of Band 7. 1st year 70% of Band 7 rising to 75% in year 2 - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Once qualified the hours will be over 4 days plus participation in the on call rota) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-15T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-01T13:43:13.925Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Manchester/Manchester/Manchester_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Clinical_Perfusion_Scientist/Clinical_Perfusion_Scientist-v7983155 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7983155?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a trainee Clinical Perfusionist within a dynamic forward-thinking Perfusion Department. Manchester Foundation Trust and Wythenshawe Hospital are at the cutting-edge of cardiac surgery.  We provide all aspects of adult cardiac surgery including, ventricular assist devices (V.A.D.), heart and lung transplantation and respiratory extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (E.C.M.O.).  The suitable candidate will be friendly, dynamic and enthusiastic.  In addition to this, the ability to work as part of a team, but also to thrive under the use of their own autonomy, is imperative.  Furthermore, suitable candidates will shine under pressure and be able to focus for long periods of time, in stressful situations. All applicants must possess a life science honours degree, with minimum 2.1, and be able to commit to an eventual departmental on-call rotation. The successful candidate  will be required to attend The University of Bristol for completion of a Perfusion Science (MSc).  The MSc is carried out by completing one week blocks of study at Bristol University alongside 'hands on' practical training at Wythenshawe. Applicants must be available to attend the each designated week of the MSc course. ### Main duties of the job The main duty of the role is the set up and running of the Heart Lung machine for cardiac surgery. In addition the perfusion department is responsible for the cell salvage machines and Intra Aortic Balloon Pumps. Wythenshawe is a transplant centre, and so the perfusion department uses mechanical circulatory support devices. These include ventricular assist devices, Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and Heartmate 3. Wythenshawe also provides a Veno Veno Respiratory ECMO service and has the capacity to retrieve patients from 'outside' units. Please refer to the attached Job description for a full overview. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Annex 21 Payscale - Duration | Salary Payable - (i) up to 12 months prior to completion of training: | 75% of the top of the band - (ii) more than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: | 70% of the top of the band - (iii) more than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: | 65% of the top of the band - (iv) more than three years from completion of training: | 60% of the top of the band Starting pay for any trainee / apprentice must be no less than the rate of the main (adult) rate of the National Minimum Wage. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place.  This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.  You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Supporting Documents’ section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. ## Job Details An exciting opportunity has arisen for a trainee Clinical Perfusionist within a dynamic forward-thinking Perfusion Department. Manchester Foundation Trust and Wythenshawe Hospital are at the cutting-edge of cardiac surgery. We provide all aspects of adult cardiac surgery including, ventricular assist devices (V.A.D.), heart and lung transplantation and respiratory extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (E.C.M.O.). The suitable candidate will be friendly, dynamic and enthusiastic. In addition to this, the ability to work as part of a team, but also to thrive under the use of their own autonomy, is imperative. Furthermore, suitable candidates will shine under pressure and be able to focus for long periods of time, in stressful situations. All applicants must possess a life science honours degree, with minimum 2.1, and be able to commit to an eventual departmental on-call rotation. The successful candidate will be required to attend The University of Bristol for completion of a Perfusion Science (MSc). The MSc is carried out by completing one week blocks of study at Bristol University alongside 'hands on' practical training at Wythenshawe. Applicants must be available to attend the each designated week of the MSc course. ## Job Description The main duty of the role is the set up and running of the Heart Lung machine for cardiac surgery. In addition the perfusion department is responsible for the cell salvage machines and Intra Aortic Balloon Pumps. Wythenshawe is a transplant centre, and so the perfusion department uses mechanical circulatory support devices. These include ventricular assist devices, Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and Heartmate 3. Wythenshawe also provides a Veno Veno Respiratory ECMO service and has the capacity to retrieve patients from 'outside' units. Please refer to the attached Job description for a full overview. ## Responsibilities Annex 21 Payscale Duration | Salary Payable (i) up to 12 months prior to completion of training: | 75% of the top of the band (ii) more than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: | 70% of the top of the band (iii) more than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: | 65% of the top of the band (iv) more than three years from completion of training: | 60% of the top of the band Starting pay for any trainee / apprentice must be no less than the rate of the main (adult) rate of the National Minimum Wage. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Supporting Documents’ section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. ## Person Specification ### Intellectual and practical **Essential** - Minimum 2:1 Hons BSc in relevant Science subject - Evidence of manual dexterity and general practical ability - Excellent communication skills - Ability to work in a team - Ability to work efficiently in stressful situations for long periods - Able to follow complex instructions **Desirable** - Strong interest in perfusion - Leadership skills - Enthusiastic, dynamic and hardworking ## Documents - [person specification (pdf, 20.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10266234) - [functional requirements (pdf, 920.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10266235) - [inside mft – your candidate place (pdf, 306.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2890) - [349-wtwa-7983155-rl4_trainee perfusionist job description (pdf, 240.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10338422) ## 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.