Biomedical Scientist Eo

An HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist providing expertise and capability to the diagnostic laboratory maintaining the service of the unit and related projects. The post holder will perform a range of diagnostic tests primarily focused on ELISA, IFA andreal time molecular assays

**Location**

UKHSA Porton Down, Salisbury, SP4 0JG
- *Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.*_

The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

- To undertake a range of diagnostic assays and techniques as required, meeting the needs of RIPL service provision.
- To undertake microbiological analysis of environmental samples.
- Produce and maintain reagents to support current testing strategies and for the development of new assays.
- Assist in the identification, evaluation and adaptation of new technologies and diagnostic tests to enhance the laboratories capabilities and to ensure the project area works to a high scientific standard.
- To conform to the working standards outlined by UKAS ISO 15189
- To identify to management any potential conflicts of interest which may impinge on their ability to perform their duties effectively as defined by UKHSA Conflict of Interest Policy.
- Supply data to agreed timescales required by RIPL service level agreement.
- Undertake general laboratory duties including disposal of waste, equipment maintenance, stock control and ensuring a safe working environment.
- To ensure all work in undertaken in accordance with the UKHSA’s Code of Safety Practice and to work within a Quality system acceptable with the site.
- To maintain HCPC registration through development of technical competence and Continued Professional Development

The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.

**Essential Criteria**:

- Experience of working in a regulated environment with quality systems and knowledge of UKAS Experience of supporting the delivering of change and transformation initiatives from end to end, into a live operation
- Experience in immunofluorescence assays
- Experience of working at CL3
- Substantive experience of diagnostic virology
- Working knowledge of LIMS
- Ability to work in a team and individually
- Good communication, organizational and time management skills
- Intermediate keyboard skills
- Ability to prioritize activities and workload against conflicting demands
- Evidence of training and mentoring other staff
- **Selection process details**

**STAGE 1 - APPLICATION & SIFT**:
Your Statement of Suitability should outline your skills, experience, and achievements, providing evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria (outlined in the person specification section).

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.

**STAGE 2 - INTERVIEW**
- Seeing the Big Picture
- Making Effective Decisions
- Working Together
- Developing Self and Others
- Delivering at Pace

**Expected Timeline**:
**Interviews**: W/C 3rd April 2023