Biomedical Scientist- HMDN

Job summary

The Haematological Malignancy Diagnostic (HMDN) laboratory in Nottingham is a regional centrefor the diagnosis and monitoring of haematological malignancies. Based within Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust, we provide specialist diagnostic services to healthcare providers across the East Midlands and beyond.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist to join our expert team consisting of scientific, administrative and medical staff. We utilise a comprehensive range of diagnostic techniques, including flow cytometry and morphological analysis, to deliver accurate and timely results. This role is critical in identifying and classifying haematological malignancies and guiding clinicians to make informed decisions for patient treatment and monitoring.

We are a quality-driven service, committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient care. Our laboratory operates in full compliance with ISO 15189 accreditation, ensuring a robust and reliable service for patients and clinicians.

As part of a leading teaching hospital trust, we are dedicated to continuous improvement, research, training, and innovation in haematopathology. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills in a dynamic and supportive environment, making a direct impact on patient care

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the job will include:

• Immunophenotyping Laboratory - Working independently and as part of a team to perform flow cytometry testing within the Immunophenotyping lab. This includes sample preparation, instrument setup, data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting senior staff in the day-to-day running of the lab.

• Quality Management- Supporting the laboratory's quality management system will be a key aspect of the role. This will include performing internal audits, maintaining and updating laboratory documentation (SOPs), managing equipment, and recording and investigating laboratory incidents.

• Training & Development- Participating in the training and mentoring of junior staff, students, and visitors to the laboratory.

• Service Development- Contributing to the development and implementation of new techniques, technologies, and workflow optimisations to enhance service efficiency and diagnostic capabilities.

The HMDN department is open 08:00-18:00 Monday-Friday and the post holder will be expected to participate in a rota to cover these hours. With future departmental expansions, weekend working may be also be required.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.