Band 8 Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry - £30-40p/h- START ASAP!

LOCUM Band 8 Biomedical Scientist – Biochemistry
Location:Durham
Band:8a
Hours:Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Rate:£30 – £40 per hour (dependent on experience)
Contract Type:Locum (initial 3–6 months with potential extension)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for aBand 8 Biomedical Scientistwith specialist expertise inClinical Biochemistryto join a busy and well-equipped NHS laboratory inDurhamon a locum basis.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will support the delivery of a high-quality clinical biochemistry service and provide leadership in technical and quality matters. This role is ideal for an experienced BMS looking for a senior position with the flexibility of a locum contract.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Lead and manage daily operations in the biochemistry department

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  Maintain compliance with UKAS ISO 15189 standards and contribute to audits and quality assurance

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  Supervise and support junior staff, ensuring training and competency assessments are up to date

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  Assist with analyser maintenance, troubleshooting, and method validation

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  Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and accurate results are delivered for patient care

Essential Requirements:

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  HCPC registration as aBiomedical Scientist

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  Extensive post-registration experience inClinical Biochemistry

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  Proven ability to work independently and lead a team

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  Strong understanding of laboratory quality systems and governance

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  Experience using modern automated platforms (e.g., Roche, Abbott, Beckman)

Desirable Skills:

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  MSc or equivalent in Biomedical Science or a relevant subject

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  Experience in LIMS and middleware systems

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  Previous locum or Band 8-level experience

Benefits:

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  Competitive hourly rate: £30 – £40 per hour (DOE)

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  Weekly payroll

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  Flexible working arrangements

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  Opportunity to work in a modern, high-throughput lab with experienced teams