Job summary
Expressions of interest are sought for the role of Healthcare Scientist (Band 6) in the NHS Neuroimmunology & CSF Laboratory based at the world renowned National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in Queen Square London (part of UCLH). The laboratory is a national reference centre and has an international reputation for Neuroimmunology testing and cerebrospinal fluid analysis. The laboratory provides acute Neurological Laboratory services to the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (UCLH) and the London region, plus highly specialised diagnostic and monitoring laboratory testing services available to worldwide users.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a core member of the NHS laboratory team, performing specialist procedures in accordance with departmental SOPs and to participate in their regular update, audit, take on additional duties and to aid in specialised method development as required.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual with opportunities to take part in translational R&D. The department is directed by a scientist with FRCPath, the Clinical lead is a Professor of Neurology and has the potential for supporting further academic and/or professional qualifications.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic team player who will fulfil the following criteria and skills:
- The post holder is a HCPC-registered scientist required to carry out specialist techniques as dictated by the nature of the Department, requiring highly developed manual skills.
- The post holder ideally will have post-registration experience in a Neuroimmunology/Biochemistry or Immunology diagnostic laboratory.
- The post holder will be expected to perform additional role duties in the team.
- The post holder will have an interest in aiding the evaluation of new complex laboratory techniques and tests.
- They are responsible for training other staff in the team on request
- They are to meet service requirements and turnaround times of the Department.
- The post holder will undertake analytical, technical, quality management and administrative trouble-shooting in addition to maintaining adequate supplies of reagents and consumables to ensure reliable service delivery in accordance with ISO 15189:2012.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic team player who will fulfil the following criteria and skills:
- The post holder is a HCPC-registered scientist required to carry out specialist techniques as dictated by the nature of the Department, requiring highly developed manual skills.
- The post holder ideally will have post-registration experience in a Neuroimmunology/Biochemistry or Immunology diagnostic laboratory.
- The post holder will be expected to perform additional role duties in the team.
- The post holder will have an interest in aiding the evaluation of new complex laboratory techniques and tests.
- They are responsible for training other staff in the team on request
- They are to meet service requirements and turnaround times of the Department.
- The post holder will undertake analytical, technical, quality management and administrative trouble-shooting in addition to maintaining adequate supplies of reagents and consumables to ensure reliable service delivery in accordance with ISO 15189:2012.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Biological / Biomedical/Biochemical Science Degree or equivalent
- State Registered with HCPC
Desirable
- Masters in Neuroimmunology/Immunology/Biochemistry
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a diagnostic scientist within a pathology Diagnostic Laboratory
- Experience of Clinical Neuroimmunology, Immunology and/or Biochemistry Laboratory
- Experience of Word Processing including the use of MS Office
- Experience of manual clinical diagnostic techniques
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Experience of performing technical analysis and interpretation of laboratory test results
Knowledge and understanding of:
Desirable
- Immunofluorescence reading, fluorescence based assays, Nephelometry, turbidimetry cell culture, western blots and IEF
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential
- Ensures tests are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Able to plan and monitor current and future task within a specified timeframe
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Biological / Biomedical/Biochemical Science Degree or equivalent
- State Registered with HCPC
Desirable
- Masters in Neuroimmunology/Immunology/Biochemistry
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a diagnostic scientist within a pathology Diagnostic Laboratory
- Experience of Clinical Neuroimmunology, Immunology and/or Biochemistry Laboratory
- Experience of Word Processing including the use of MS Office
- Experience of manual clinical diagnostic techniques
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Experience of performing technical analysis and interpretation of laboratory test results
Knowledge and understanding of:
Desirable
- Immunofluorescence reading, fluorescence based assays, Nephelometry, turbidimetry cell culture, western blots and IEF
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential
- Ensures tests are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Able to plan and monitor current and future task within a specified timeframe
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Neuroimmunology and CSF Laboratory
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3PG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
