Specialist Biomedical Scientist

at  The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

The Royal Marsden NHS Trust is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe with a national and international reputation for high quality patient care, research development and education. Our Laboratories are situated on 3 sites: one in Central London (Chelsea), Cavendish Square and one at Sutton in Surrey.
We have a band 6 vacancy for a newly qualified BMS in the Biochemistry Department based at our Sutton site but rotations to Chelsea and or Cavendish Square might be required according to Service Needs.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the On-Call rota after suitable training. This is currently paid under a sessional rate agreement with recovery time, complying with the European Work Time Directive. The department encourages and supports further education and personal development.
Our main analytical platforms in Biochemistry include the Ortho Vitro 5600 and XT3400, Sebia Hydrasys and Capillarys 2 flex, Optilite, Bio-rad D10, Beckman Coulter (Access II), Diasorin Liaison XL and the Mic-PCR qPCR cycler for DPYD testing. Previous experience using these analysers is not a requirement but it could help you expand some of your existing skills.
The successful applicant may also be expected to participate in multi-disciplinary working in Blood Sciences as the need of the service arises. Full training will be provided.
The post holder will deliver a fit for purpose Blood Sciences service and is primarily responsible for the analytical service. The post holder will rotate through all sections of the department. The key working relationships will be with staff in Biochemistry, but the post holder will be expected to liaise with staff throughout pathology and the Trust. There will be frequent occasions when the post holder takes sole responsibility for work, for example when no senior staff are present.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That’s why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification
To supervise trainee, MLA, and locum staff to ensure that work is carried out in line with Standing Operational Procedures and or Departmental policy.
To review SOP’s and inform senior staff of discrepancies or possible updates.
To ensure the quality control tests are conducted and meet required analytical standards.
Where appropriate, implement a remedial action plan in line with SOPs under the guidance of a senior staff member.
To ensure daily maintenance of equipment is carried out to schedule and that all maintenance is documented.
To assist in maintaining adequate stock of all reagents and consumables, through accurate record keeping and reporting to senior staff

Please refer the Job description for details