Job summary
This Band 6 vacancy offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified and motivated Healthcare Scientist to join the specialist Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (H&I) team at Hammersmith Hospital, part of North West London Pathology (NWLP).
You will support renal and stem cell transplant programmes, as well as disease association testing, within a UKAS- and EFI-accredited service. The role includes rotating through all H&I laboratory sections and contributing to the essential 24/7 on-call rota.
Applicants must be HCPC registered with a completed Specialist Portfolio/BSHI Diploma or have completed STP training. Candidates who do not yet hold the Specialist Portfolio/BSHI Diploma or STP qualification may be appointed under Annex 21 and will be supported to complete the required training within the first few years of employment, in line with NWLP policies, as this training is an essential requirement of the role.
We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for development and flexible working arrangements, where service needs allow.
Main duties of the job
- Organise and prioritise work effectively to ensure timely completion and adherence toquality standards.
- Maintain safe working practices in accordance with standard operating procedures andassist in internal and external quality assurance.
- Validate and authorize reports as per local policies, using professional judgment whennecessary.
- Ensure all documentation, including electronic records, complies with Trust standards.
- Promote awareness and compliance with Trust policies and procedures among colleagues.
- Identify and report clinical and non-clinical risks, taking appropriate actions in line withTrust risk management policy.
- Responsible for the maintenance and calibration of equipment when workingautonomously.
About us
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2026, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
Monday 2 March 2026
Monday 13 April 2026
Monday 11 May 2026
Monday 1 June 2026
Monday 6 July 2026
Monday 3 August 2026
Monday 7 September 2026
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent which is acceptable by the IBMS /HPC for registration
- HCPC Registration and clear understanding of Code of Conduct and Professional Standards of the HCPC
- IBMS Specialist Diploma or demonstrate the equivalent depth and breadth of knowledge in the relevant discipline evidenced by competency documents or equivalent
- Actively involved in Continuing Professional Development
Skills
Essential
- Good practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Able to provide judgment on a range of complex problems
- Able to prioritise work according to demand and urgency
Desirable
- Customer Service experience
Experience
Essential
- A good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
- Use of Pathology computer systems
Desirable
- Previous experience in a large busy laboratory
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent which is acceptable by the IBMS /HPC for registration
- HCPC Registration and clear understanding of Code of Conduct and Professional Standards of the HCPC
- IBMS Specialist Diploma or demonstrate the equivalent depth and breadth of knowledge in the relevant discipline evidenced by competency documents or equivalent
- Actively involved in Continuing Professional Development
Skills
Essential
- Good practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Able to provide judgment on a range of complex problems
- Able to prioritise work according to demand and urgency
Desirable
- Customer Service experience
Experience
Essential
- A good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
- Use of Pathology computer systems
Desirable
- Previous experience in a large busy laboratory
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).
