Senior Clinical Scientist: POCT Rapid Respiratory Service
The closing date is 29 June 2025
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic HCPC-registered Clinical Scientist to join our award-winning team at Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS) within the innovative Samba Rapid Respiratory Service (SRRS). This role is ideal for candidates who have completed or are nearing completion of a relevant STP programme.
BSPS is a collaborative network of NHS laboratories serving five acute NHS Trusts across Berkshire and Surrey. The Point of Care Testing (POCT) team, led by a Consultant Clinical Scientist, is a multi-disciplinary group of Biomedical Scientists, associate practitioners, and support staff, known for its supportive and flexible team ethos.
Our SRRS is a pioneering POCT respiratory virus testing service, delivering rapid diagnostics across acute, community, and private settings. The team is actively involved in national research and validation studies, and works closely with NHS England and manufacturers on device evaluation and early adoption.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking service at the forefront of POCT innovation, with excellent prospects for professional development and involvement in impactful clinical research.
Main duties of the job
This post supports the delivery of rapid respiratory PCR testing via 'hot labs' located near Emergency Departments across our six acute hospital sites, enabling timely triage and improved ED flow. The role also supports community-based and elective hospital testing to enhance resource use and patient experience.
The post holder will work closely with the Principal Clinical Scientist and Consultant Clinical Scientist Lead, engaging with clinical teams across our partner Trusts and liaising with colleagues in BSPS Virology to ensure consistent and effective service delivery.
Responsibilities include contributing to the operational delivery of the Samba Rapid Respiratory Service (SRRS), ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in testing workflows. The role also involves supporting training, participating in research and validation projects, and helping implement new technologies.
We welcome candidates from all pathology disciplines relevant to POCT. While prior experience in POCT or respiratory testing is beneficial, it is not essential--full training will be provided. The successful candidate will be supported in connecting with BSPS specialties, including Molecular, Microbiology, Virology, and Blood Sciences, to further develop professionally.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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Details
Date posted
23 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£48,270 to £54,931 a year per annum inc HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
151-SL0469-A
Job locations
Firmley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Camberley
GU16 7UJ
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Firmley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Camberley
GU16 7UJ
Employer's website
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