York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 18 March 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5/6 Biomedical Scientist to join the Clinical Biochemistry Department at Hull which is part of the Scarborough, Hull and York Pathology Service.

You will join a dedicated team delivering an efficient, high-quality diagnostic service. The role involves participation in scientific work for the investigation of pathological disease within a busy Clinical Biochemistry laboratory.

The Biochemistry department is fully equipped with a Beckman Coulter Automated Track, AU5800 series chemistry analysers, and DXI and Roche Immunoassay analysers . The department also has a range of specialist equipment, which includes: Two mass Spectrometers, ICP-MS and HM-JACKarc.

The laboratory is UKAS accredited and committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join a busy department dedicated to providing a high quality, patient centered service.

The successful candidate will be required to participate in the 24/7 shift system.

Applicants who have successfully completed an IBMS Specialist Portfolio will be employed on the appropriate AfC Band 6 rate if successful.

We value our staff and fully support their professional development. As an IBMS approved training laboratory, we encourage and support all Band 5 staff to obtain the IBMS Specialist Diploma.

Main duties of the job

To carry out the analysis of patient samples providing a range of diagnostic methods
To ensure the quality and timeliness of results by use of internal quality controls (IQC) and external quality assessment samples (EQA) according to departmental SOPs and departmental Quality Assurance Policy.
To ensure that specialist equipment within the area of work is functioning efficiently through good housekeeping, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
To perform technical validation of patient results.
To communicate effectively with clinicians, nurses and other service users regarding patient results and service updates.
To undertake shift work including evening, weekend and night work.

About us

Trust Information Pack:https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Date posted

04 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £46,580 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-7809390-BMS-SH

Job locations

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course (or alternative IBMS-approved qualification)
Registration with the HCPC

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a Blood Science Department

Desirable

Experience in a Blood Science laboratory offering a similar test repertoire

Skills

Essential

Excellent verbal and oral communication skills

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course (or alternative IBMS-approved qualification)
Registration with the HCPC

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a Blood Science Department

Desirable

Experience in a Blood Science laboratory offering a similar test repertoire

Skills

Essential

Excellent verbal and oral communication skills

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.

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

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

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hull Royal Infirmary

Anlaby Road

Hull

HU3 2JZ

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)