Job Description

This is a full-time Contract for a well-motivated and enthusiastic Scientist to support the Diagnostic Immunology Service at GOSH.The Immunology Laboratory at Great Ormond Street Hospital provides diagnostic services to the Trust, including allergy, autoimmunity, immunophenotyping, cell culture and proteins, as well as a national specialist Molecular Diagnostic Service for immune deficiency.You will undertake routine investigations and duties providing supportto senior Scientists in all these areas under their supervision.Please ensure that you read the attached and Person Specification carefully as your application will be judged against these criteria.Main duties of the jobTo carry out laboratory investigations on paediatric samples unsupervised as requested by the clinical services, taking responsibility for quality and accuracy of the results produced.This includes performing: ELISA, Allergy testing, Indirect Immunofluorescence techniques, cell culture and proliferation assays, Flow cytometry techniques.To have knowledge of the standard operating procedures (SOPs) in use within the department and be proficient in the most frequently performed techniques and update SOPs as required.To assist senior healthcare scientists in the provision of the laboratory service for the day to day running of the laboratory.To operate and maintain (where appropriate) laboratory equipment in the prescribed mannerEnsure all work is completed timely and to satisfactory standards and will seek advice from senior staff when required.Ensure that safe working practises are maintained according to standard operational procedures.To participate in maintaining appropriate internal and external quality assurance.To assist the senior staff and laboratory manager with documentation including that required for UKAS accreditation.To assist in maintaining stock levels as required.To participate in adaptation to new methodology or working practices when required, due to changing circumstances.To Participate in and facilitation of Quality Assurance and Audit.About usGOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.Date posted28 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salaryxc2xa335,964 to xc2xa343,780 a year Inclusive per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number271-CCS-7085332Job locationsGreat Ormond Street HospitalLevel 2 Immunology Department, Camelia Botnar LabsLondonWC1N 3JHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.Person SpecificationCombined ValuesEssential

• Combined Values

Academic/Professional qualification/TrainingEssential

• BSc in Medical Laboratory Science or completion of Grade A/STP Clinical Scientist training programme
• HCPC registration
• Previous experience of working in an accredited Immunology laboratory

Experience/KnowledgeEssential

• Experience in performing routine diagnostic assays used in Autoimmune/Serology, Cellular & Immunophenotyping
• Experience of flow cytometry
• Scientific knowledge of laboratory procedures including the use of SOP's and understanding of the safe and effective use of equipment
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and document control
• Knowledge of Health and safety legislation
• Monitoring of NEQAS results

Skills/AbilitiesEssential

• Able to communicate effectively with staff (written and verbal)
• Accuracy in working and close attention to detail
• Supervising or training others
• Must have experience in data handling

Person SpecificationCombined ValuesEssential

• Combined Values

Academic/Professional qualification/TrainingEssential

• BSc in Medical Laboratory Science or completion of Grade A/STP Clinical Scientist training programme
• HCPC registration
• Previous experience of working in an accredited Immunology laboratory

Experience/KnowledgeEssential

• Experience in performing routine diagnostic assays used in Autoimmune/Serology, Cellular & Immunophenotyping
• Experience of flow cytometry
• Scientific knowledge of laboratory procedures including the use of SOP's and understanding of the safe and effective use of equipment
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and document control
• Knowledge of Health and safety legislation
• Monitoring of NEQAS results

Skills/AbilitiesEssential

• Able to communicate effectively with staff (written and verbal)
• Accuracy in working and close attention to detail
• Supervising or training others
• Must have experience in data handling

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