Biomedical Scientist

North West London Pathology (NWLP) is an NHS pathology partnership joint venture between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea & Westminster NHS Foundation Trust and The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. NWLP is modelled as a shared services organisation jointly owned by the three Trusts. The organisation is hosted by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and as the legal entity for NWLP our staff are employed by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

NWLP is based on a 'hub and spoke' structure; the majority of routine, specialist and non-urgent activity is centralised at our hub site at Charing Cross Hospital. Urgent tests required for immediate patient management and treatment are performed in 24/7 Essential Service Laboratories based on-site within the seven hospital sites in the group.

The partnership has created an innovative and sustainable service that delivers outstanding quality to users and patients alike. This innovative approach allows the service to better manage demand, standardise operations, improve value for money and make use of state-of-the-art technology.

Our values are to be patient-focused, collaborative, expert and caring.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a keen desire to learn and develop professionally.  The ideal candidate is HCPC reistered Biomedical Scientist with minimum 2 years post registration experience in Clinical Biochemistry or Serology.

Successful candidate will be trained on both Clinical Biochemistry and Serology departments.  We will also consider applicants with less than 2 years post registration experience but are able to demonstrate significant laboratory experience and can be employed as Band 5.  

Once the specialist portfolio in either Clinical Biochemistry or Serology is completed, there will be automatic promotion to Band 6.  Previous experience in a multi-disciplinary laboratory setting and/or with automated platforms (especially Abbott Alinity) is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking and supportive pathology network. Join us at NWLP—where innovation meets dedication.

Apply now. We look forward to hearing from you.

• To be an efficient flexible member of the Blood Sciences  laboratory providing a high quality service to Imperial College Healthcare Trust.
• To maintain the required levels of laboratory safety and good laboratory practice, as specified in local and national guidelines.
• To work with biomedical scientists and clinical scientists in the provision of a comprehensive and effective Blood Sciences service for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, as directed by the Head of the Department.
• To participate in the efficient handling, processing and analysis of samples in the laboratory, under supervision.
• To maintain effective records of all activities and procedures, and to contribute towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system.
• To check, keep clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
• To carry out supervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff.
• To undergo appropriate teaching and training as directed and as necessary in order to maintain HPC registration and  to maintain suitable records of all training activities undertaken.

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 2025/26, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.

Monday 3 November 2025
Monday 1 December 2025
Monday 5 January 2026
Monday 2 February 2026
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
Monday 5 October 2026
Monday 2 November 2026
Monday 7 December 2026

Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.

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.

Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within NWLP such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.

Please ensure you check your emails regularly throughout the recruitment process.