Biomedical Scientist in Cardiff

2 months ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Public Health Wales Full time

This is a unique opportunity to work in a Mycology Reference Laboratory and contribute to the continued development of Mycology services for Wales.

Applications are invited from candidates who are enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with good organisational and practical abilities supported by scientific knowledge.

The successful applicant will be expected to assist in the provision of a full diagnostic mycology service. Experience of working in a clinical mycology laboratory is not essential, but the candidate must have experience of working in a medical microbiology laboratory.

Candidates should possess well developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to support individual and team working. Being flexible, self-motivated and with good practical skills will be fundamental to your role.

Main duties of the job

You will use your knowledge and skills as a Biomedical Scientist to contribute primarily diagnostic but also research work. You will assist in building a strong team and support the Senior Biomedical Scientists to enable continual improvements in the department and throughout the Microbiology Network.

The laboratory is an IBMS approved training laboratory. The Public Health Wales, Microbiology network is ISO 15189 accredited. An understanding of good laboratory practice and ISO15189 quality management is essential.

To ensure that the laboratory can provide a 6/7-day service, depending on service demands, the post holder will be expected to participate in weekend & Bank Holiday working.

Our team offers a varied, challenging and rewarding work environment, with the opportunity to be at the forefront of Mycology in Wales and globally.

Public Health Wales Microbiology Cardiff is one of the largest Microbiology Laboratories in Wales, providing diagnostic services to hospitals, clinics and general practitioners throughout the Principality.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Informal visits to the laboratory are encouraged only for candidates who have been shortlisted.

Working for our organisation

We are Public Health Wales – the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.



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