Specialist Biomedical Scientist Heo - Porton Down, United Kingdom - Reed Talent Solutions

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Porton Down, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Location:

This role will be based in Porton Down.

Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.


Grade and Salary
£29,160 - £35,612 Per annum -National pay scale

HEO grade


Closing Date:

This role will close on 22nd March 2023 at 23:55


Interview Dates:

Interviews will be held week commencing to be confirmed.


Job overview/Summary


An HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to provide expert technical support for the specialist reference laboratory work undertaken within RIPL in accordance with UKHSA and laboratory policies and procedures with particular focus on areas of serologicaldiagnosis by ELISA and IFA and molecular identification using real-time PCR.


Main duties of the job

  • To undertake a range of diagnostic assays and techniques as required, meeting the needs of RIPL service provision.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Undergo any training requirements as required for the post.
  • Participate in the RIPL oncall rota to provide 24/7 cover.
  • To ensure all work in undertaken in accordance with the UKHSA's Code of Safety Practice and to work within ISO15189 quality standards
  • To comply with UKHSA policy and procedures.
  • To perform any other duties required by the line manager commensurate with grade.
  • Prioritise, coordinate and organise specialist investigations and supervise the workload of a team of staff.
  • Deputise as appropriate for senior staff
  • To maintain HCPC registration as a condition of employment
  • To maintain high professional standards by continual professional development keeping up to date with advances in medical microbiology

Essential criteria

  • HCPC Accredited degree
  • IBMS Specialist Diploma
  • Experience of diagnostic molecular biology testing, molecular methods including real time PCR
  • Recent experience in a diagnostic or reference virology laboratory
  • Experience of working in a regulated environment with quality systems and knowledge of UKAS ISO1518
  • Working knowledge of LIMS
  • Evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme participation/management
  • Used to working in a busy environment
  • Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals
  • Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
  • Ability to analyse and interpret information, preempt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
  • Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks
  • Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
  • Good knowledge and experience of serological methods including ELISA and IFA
  • Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence
  • Strategic thinking ability to anticipate

Selection Process:

This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.


This part of the selection process should outline how you consider your skills, experience and achievements, and provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the essential criteria outlined.


Stage 1:
Application & Sift

providing examples of how you meet the essential criteria. It should also detail what you and your experience can bring to the role. We suggest using the STAR (situation, task, action, result) method to demonstrate real-life examples for the specified essentialcriteria. Please note, only information provided within the stated word count will be considered.

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


Stage 2:
Panel Interview


The Behaviours tested during the sift and interview stage will be: Seeing the big picture, Making effective decisions, Working together, Developing self and others, Managing a quality service and Delivering at Pace.

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