Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Biomedical Scientist to take on a senior role in the Haemophilia Assays Section at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, part of the South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw Pathology network.
As an Advanced Biomedical Scientist (Band 7), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, specialist coagulation testing that directly supports the care of patients with bleeding disorders. The role combines hands-on expertise in highly complex assays with opportunities to lead, supervise and train others, contribute to research and innovation, and ensure services meet the highest standards of quality and accreditation.
We are looking for an HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with strong specialist knowledge in coagulation and haemostasis, excellent technical and analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex results with clinical relevance. You will need experience in quality management, troubleshooting, along with the leadership skills to support, train and inspire colleagues.
This role offers the chance to develop your career in a nationally recognised centre of excellence, working at the forefront of specialist haemophilia testing. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to patient care, scientific progress, and the future of coagulation diagnostics.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will supervise and work within the Haemophilia assays section, performing and interpreting highly complex coagulation investigations to deliver accurate, timely results that may carry significant clinical and medico-legal implications.
They will ensure compliance with ISO 15189 quality standards through audits, quality control, SOP maintenance, and participation in accreditation processes, while also supporting research, service development, and the evaluation of new methods and technologies. Responsibilities include maintaining and troubleshooting specialist equipment, managing work rotas, training and supervising junior staff, and deputising for senior colleagues when required.
The role also involves liaising with clinicians, laboratory users, and external stakeholders, prioritising urgent clinical needs, and representing the service at meetings to promote harmonisation, innovation, and continuous improvement across the SYB network.
About us
SYB Pathology is a partnership between the five Acute Trusts within the ICS footprint, hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. By coming together as a single service SYB Pathology will ensure all patients and clinicians across the ICS footprint receive equitable access to high quality, innovative pathology services, providing the best clinical outcomes. The partnership will ensure SYBP improves health outcomes, drives research and innovation, delivers efficiencies and ensures a sustainable workforce, providing job satisfaction and career progression opportunities for all staff.
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered
- Post graduate qualification equating to Master's level in a relevant subject such as FIBMS (Haematology) or MSc (eg Pathological Sciences or equivalent) or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma (Haematology), or equivalent evidence of extended practice in haemostasis.
- IBMS Specialist portfolio (Haematology) or other BMS (Blood Sciences) specialist qualification
- Evidence of continual professional development
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in haemophilia related and allied disorders laboratory assays
- Experience of other areas of coagulation testing
Desirable
- Experience in application and monitoring of UKAS standards.
- Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, QPulse, LIMS etc)
- Ability to Lead a Team
- Effective Communication skills, written and oral
- Evidence of effective time management skills and with a methodical approach
- Ability to motivate oneself and other staff
Desirable
- Ability to deliver new services
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to complete and maintain Mandatory training and required laboratory competences
- Ability to plan, prioritise and allocate work and work under pressure.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team
- Prepared to work flexibly including participation in weekend and evening work and out of hours rota as required
- Commitment to Providing 8am-8pm service and weekend out-of- hours work.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered
- Post graduate qualification equating to Master's level in a relevant subject such as FIBMS (Haematology) or MSc (eg Pathological Sciences or equivalent) or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma (Haematology), or equivalent evidence of extended practice in haemostasis.
- IBMS Specialist portfolio (Haematology) or other BMS (Blood Sciences) specialist qualification
- Evidence of continual professional development
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in haemophilia related and allied disorders laboratory assays
- Experience of other areas of coagulation testing
Desirable
- Experience in application and monitoring of UKAS standards.
- Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, QPulse, LIMS etc)
- Ability to Lead a Team
- Effective Communication skills, written and oral
- Evidence of effective time management skills and with a methodical approach
- Ability to motivate oneself and other staff
Desirable
- Ability to deliver new services
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to complete and maintain Mandatory training and required laboratory competences
- Ability to plan, prioritise and allocate work and work under pressure.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team
- Prepared to work flexibly including participation in weekend and evening work and out of hours rota as required
- Commitment to Providing 8am-8pm service and weekend out-of- hours work.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
