Biomedical Scientist Practitioner

This vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of applications, so we recommend applying early.
Job Summary
At NHSBT we stand for hope. We stand for life. We stand for helping people do something extraordinary, saving and improving the lives of others. Are you ready to play your part?

We have an exciting opportunity for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with post graduate training to join our Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I) Laboratory. Our laboratory carries out testing for renal and stem cell transplantation for NHS teaching Hospitals in Sheffield, Manchester, Nottingham and Leicester. We are also a supra regional centre involved in the provision of HLA selected platelets and immunogenetic diagnostic testing to many hospitals in the Midlands and North of England. The H&I department is located in a purpose built NHSBT centre near J37 of the M1 at Barnsley with a high standard of laboratory and other facilities.

Main duties of the job
In this role as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist within H&I, you will be required to analyse, interpret, validate and report the results of specialist Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics investigations. Your duties will include :-

• Performing, analysing and interpreting both molecular and serological based testing in relation to solid organ and haematopoietic stem cell transplant, the provision of HLA selected platelets and immunogenetic services.
• Assisting with quality management within the laboratory, under the direction of the Clinical Scientists Section Head and Laboratory Operations Manager.
• Contributing to the coordination and supervision of the work, training and conduct of other scientific and support staff.
• You will be required to participate in a 24/7 on-call rota.

Willing to provide cover during periods of operational difficulty (with reasonable notice).

About You
Qualifications and Training

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained)
• Science graduate with relevant post graduate training e.g. British Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (BSHI) Diploma, IBMS Specialist Diploma OR equivalent relevant experience
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Experience And Knowledge

• Broad science knowledge with a specialist knowledge of transplantation science
• Proficiency in relevant specialised laboratory techniques / environments
• Knowledge and understanding of working to quality and accreditation systems and standards
• Proven ability to write reports
• Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), or equivalent Systems

About Us
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you'll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.

By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

What We Offer

• NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years' service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at:
• We've fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It's open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

To learn more, please see our recruitment profile, which provides a summary of the job description and person specification. This can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking 'Apply' if you are viewing this advert on another site.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 7 December 2025.

Interviews are anticipated to be held on or after Monday 5 January 2026 subject to confirmation.

For informal enquiries please contact Gemma Brewin, Deputy Head of H&I Barnsley, via email