Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Immunology Department of our ISO15189:2022 accredited laboratory at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. We provide diagnostic and monitoring services to patients across a wide geographical area and support our acute services across both the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole General Hospital within the Trust.
We are a supportive Trust interested in developing our employees. All relevant training will be provided and there are opportunities for continuing professional development for the successful applicant.
The One Dorset Pathology service unites Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital, and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals to deliver a high-quality, efficient, and consistent service. It is part of the national 'S6' pathology network, alongside Hampshire Hospitals, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Salisbury, and Southampton.
Candidates must have, or being working towards completing within 12 months, their IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Clinical ImmunologyBase Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview: 7th September
Main duties of the jobThe successful applicant will:
- Be required to act in a scientific role in the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues and cells using specialised laboratory equipment to determine the presence or absence of disease, enabling diagnosis and also to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
- Responsible for delegated tasks, involved in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of a clinical pathology service that enables high standards of patient care.
- Assist in the teaching and development of trainee staff and support workers.
- Expected to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in Immunology as part of their continuing professional development (CPD).
For full duties of the post, please see the job description.
For full requirements of the post, please see the person specification.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
About usUHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not bereimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
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DetailsDate posted11 August 2026
Pay schemeAgenda for change
BandBand 6
Salary£39,959 to £48,117 a year
pa
ContractPermanent
Working patternFull-time
Reference number153-SP06594
Job locationsRoyal Bournemouth Hospital
Castle Lane East
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesTo understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Health Professions Council (HCPC) for Registration
- Honours degree or equivalent in a biological science which is acceptable by Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
- Completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio
Desirable- MSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
ExperienceEssential- At least two years demonstrable experience in an UK UKAS accredited Immunology lab
- Experience of ELISA, immunofluorescence and automated systems
- Quality management such as audits
Desirable- BMS led procedures
- Experience reading IIF patterns
- Experience with Immunocap 250
SkillsEssential- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Demonstrable experience of pipetting
- Knowledge of common IT software
- Handling biological specimens
- Able to train new staff and supervise / perform competencies for existing staff
Desirable- Familiarity with Quality Management Software
- Familiarity with Winpath software
Other requirementsEssential- Desire and ability to relocate to the area
- Able to sustain concentration over long periods
- Attend meetings when required
- Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- Ability to prioritise
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide an urgent patient centred service
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility
- Time management
- Physical capability to perform laboratory duties working alone on shifts
KnowledgeEssential- A good understanding of Immunology, underpinned by theory and experience
- Willing and able to learn new skills through further training
- Currently participating in CPD
Desirable- Ability to train more junior staff to work in accordance with SOP's
- Understanding of UKAS requirements
Person Specification
QualificationsEssential- Health Professions Council (HCPC) for Registration
- Honours degree or equivalent in a biological science which is acceptable by Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
- Completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio
Desirable- MSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
ExperienceEssential- At least two years demonstrable experience in an UK UKAS accredited Immunology lab
- Experience of ELISA, immunofluorescence and automated systems
- Quality management such as audits
Desirable- BMS led procedures
- Experience reading IIF patterns
- Experience with Immunocap 250
SkillsEssential- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Demonstrable experience of pipetting
- Knowledge of common IT software
- Handling biological specimens
- Able to train new staff and supervise / perform competencies for existing staff
Desirable- Familiarity with Quality Management Software
- Familiarity with Winpath software
Other requirementsEssential- Desire and ability to relocate to the area
- Able to sustain concentration over long periods
- Attend meetings when required
- Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- Ability to prioritise
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide an urgent patient centred service
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility
- Time management
- Physical capability to perform laboratory duties working alone on shifts
KnowledgeEssential- A good understanding of Immunology, underpinned by theory and experience
- Willing and able to learn new skills through further training
- Currently participating in CPD
Desirable- Ability to train more junior staff to work in accordance with SOP's
- Understanding of UKAS requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants 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 CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
AddressRoyal Bournemouth Hospital
Castle Lane East
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Employer's websitehttps://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
AddressRoyal Bournemouth Hospital
Castle Lane East
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Employer's websitehttps://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Immunology Laboratory Manager
Leah Hughes
leah.hughes14@nhs.net
03000196732
DetailsDate posted11 August 2026
Pay schemeAgenda for change
BandBand 6
Salary£39,959 to £48,117 a year
pa
ContractPermanent
Working patternFull-time
Reference number153-SP06594
Job locationsRoyal Bournemouth Hospital
Castle Lane East
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy noticeUniversity Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
