Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Biomedical Scientist (Digital Technical Specialist Haematology)

The closing date is 23 November 2025

Job summary

Join the Lancashire & South Cumbria Pathology Service Digital Team

TheLancashire & South Cumbria Pathology Service (L&SCPS)is bringing together pathology services from across the region to form a single, integrated network -- one that will deliver high-quality, efficient, and sustainable diagnostic services for our patients and clinicians.

The L&SCPS Digital Teamis leading a number of cutting-edge digital programmes designed to modernise and connect our services. Central to this is the implementation of aNetwork-wide Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)-- a single, state-of-the-art platform that will provide a unified way of working across all laboratories in Lancashire and South Cumbria.

To help deliver this ambitious programme, we are seekingdedicated Discipline Specialists or Digital Technical Specialists x 5(for following disciplines: Haematology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Immunology & POCT)with a passion for digital innovation and a solid understanding of LIMS and associated laboratory workflows.

These opportunities are offered on a secondment basisand are open to candidates currently employed within one of the four Acute Trusts:

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Main duties of the job

You will coordinate a team of Trust Discipline Representatives to gather and interpret data that will directly inform the design and build of the new system. As a key member of the Core Implementation Team, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of pathology services across our region -- supported every step of the way by experienced Technical and Programme colleagues.

You will have extensive knowledge of the different aspects of Haematology workflows from dissection through to reporting. Working with Haematology Managers, Consultants and other stakeholders to deliver a standardised and harmonised system for LSC. Youwill use their knowledge and experience to guide, supervise and coordinate standardisation and harmonisation works required for digital projects.

This is a major digital transformation programme to implement a single network wide LIMS and will be a key focus for your role.

You will also be instrumental in scoping of future technological improvements to the Haematology service delivery including automation of laboratory processes. Ensuring that any solutions are compatible with and integrated to the core systems.

Applicants should be HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientistsand must have discussed their interest in applying with their line manager prior to submission.

About us

You will be joining a highly motivated and friendly team. The team values the contribution of all its members and supports one another. Staff are encouraged to be innovative, inquisitive and not work in silos.

The team is dedicated to bringing about the digital transformation of pathology services. Drawing on experience from a variety of disciplines and professional backgrounds, this inclusive approach not only values every team members input but also enhances creative thinking and problem solving.

Date posted

12 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

438-PB3292

Job locations

Preston Business Centre

Watling Street Road

Preston

PR28DY

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties to include but not be limited to:

To provide technical and subject matter expertise to the Digital Programme of works
To supervise, direct and train staff within Haematology workstreams for LIMS
To support the Digital Team with haematology clinical, regulatory and quality standards, undertake assessments and ensure compliance in Digital systems.
To supervise and coordinate standardisation and harmonisation works required for digital projects and develop proposals and recommendations for the Clinical Design Authority to consider and approve
To deputise for the Network BMS Technical Lead for Haematology, as required

Please see the attached job description for a detailed view of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties to include but not be limited to:

To provide technical and subject matter expertise to the Digital Programme of works
To supervise, direct and train staff within Haematology workstreams for LIMS
To support the Digital Team with haematology clinical, regulatory and quality standards, undertake assessments and ensure compliance in Digital systems.
To supervise and coordinate standardisation and harmonisation works required for digital projects and develop proposals and recommendations for the Clinical Design Authority to consider and approve
To deputise for the Network BMS Technical Lead for Haematology, as required

Please see the attached job description for a detailed view of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

Biomedical sciences degree
HCPC registration
Specialist portfolio in relevant field (or equivalent)
MSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent

Desirable

Management Qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Relevant Highly developed technical and scientific skills in Haematology
Have in depth knowledge of Digital systems within the Haematology setting
Experience as a specialist in a clinical UK pathology laboratory
Experience of troubleshooting analytical and technical problems
Detailed understanding of quality assurance
Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessments
Evidence of highly developed written and oral communication skills in a variety of settings.
Experience of working within a team
Full understanding of the UKAS accreditation requirements
Quality management experience
Proven ability to manage resources effectively.
Thorough understanding of LIMS and discipline workflows

Desirable

In depth knowledge of relevant equipment
Experience of providing training to other staff groups
Experience of collating and providing detailed information to regulatory authorities

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential

Biomedical sciences degree
HCPC registration
Specialist portfolio in relevant field (or equivalent)
MSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent

Desirable

Management Qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Relevant Highly developed technical and scientific skills in Haematology
Have in depth knowledge of Digital systems within the Haematology setting
Experience as a specialist in a clinical UK pathology laboratory
Experience of troubleshooting analytical and technical problems
Detailed understanding of quality assurance
Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessments
Evidence of highly developed written and oral communication skills in a variety of settings.
Experience of working within a team
Full understanding of the UKAS accreditation requirements
Quality management experience
Proven ability to manage resources effectively.
Thorough understanding of LIMS and discipline workflows

Desirable

In depth knowledge of relevant equipment
Experience of providing training to other staff groups
Experience of collating and providing detailed information to regulatory authorities

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

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Preston Business Centre

Watling Street Road

Preston

PR28DY

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Preston Business Centre

Watling Street Road

Preston

PR28DY

Employer's website

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