Job Description

We are seeking capable, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly and dedicated team in the Immunology department providing a service to the North Midlands & Cheshire Pathology Service network (NMCPS). This post is based at the Royal Stoke University Hospital site. You must have full HCPC registration for appointment as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist with at least 2 years post registration experience with an appropriate BSc in Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent) and also possess a IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Immunology or equivalent.
Main duties of the job

• To undertake analysis of samples according to the departmental Standard Operating Procedures (including the requesting of tests, recording and reporting of results) using highly complex equipment.
• Use knowledge of the disease process and the clinical relevance and appropriateness of diagnostic tests requested. Therefore understands why certain tests (including the abbreviations and medical terminology) are requested in certain pathological situations.
• To participate in and advise on the routine workload, including complex and specialised techniques, using specialist knowledge and experience of practices underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical expertise.
• Checks all samples during processing for status & suitability.
• Perform and verify quality control samples (including checking quality control charts) to ensure accuracy and precision. Carry out corrective action to ensure all analyses are performing within defined parameters. Understands the use of statistical parameters e.g mean, SD, CV
• Performs external quality assurance analysis for all techniques in use.

About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Details
Date posted
12 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
205-7411265
Job locations
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke-on-Trent
ST4 6QG
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager. Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential

• Is HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)
• Has completed IBMS Specialist Portfolio for Immunology or equivalent
• Has minimum 2 years post registration experience in an Immunology laboratory

Desirable

• Have a detailed understanding of the normal physiology and pathology of disease in order to apply the knowledge to specialty diagnostics.

Knowledge, Skills
Essential

• oHave an understanding of Pathology IT systems.
• oIntermediate and accurate IT skills.
• Training, supervising and supporting junior staff.
• Have good manual dexterity and hand-eye co-ordination skills for accuracy and fine adjustment of equipment.
• Good standard of accurate oral and written communication skills
• Analytical skills with the ability to work in a methodical and systematic way.

Training and Experience
Essential

• oEffectively apply skills and knowledge
• oWork with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to their review and implementation
• oWork within safe systems of work and report any deficiencies in those systems
• oWork under pressure; plan and prioritise allocated work to work to deadlines.
• oExperience of working within a Quality management System
• oConcentrate for long periods

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Professional personal presentation and manner.
• Positive attitude
• Prepared to work flexibly, when required and when deemed competent to do so.
• Complies with Trust and departmental policies e.g Health & safety, Confidentiality and Data protection

Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential

• Is HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)
• Has completed IBMS Specialist Portfolio for Immunology or equivalent
• Has minimum 2 years post registration experience in an Immunology laboratory

Desirable

• Have a detailed understanding of the normal physiology and pathology of disease in order to apply the knowledge to specialty diagnostics.

Knowledge, Skills
Essential

• oHave an understanding of Pathology IT systems.
• oIntermediate and accurate IT skills.
• Training, supervising and supporting junior staff.
• Have good manual dexterity and hand-eye co-ordination skills for accuracy and fine adjustment of equipment.
• Good standard of accurate oral and written communication skills
• Analytical skills with the ability to work in a methodical and systematic way.

Training and Experience
Essential

• oEffectively apply skills and knowledge
• oWork with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to their review and implementation
• oWork within safe systems of work and report any deficiencies in those systems
• oWork under pressure; plan and prioritise allocated work to work to deadlines.
• oExperience of working within a Quality management System
• oConcentrate for long periods

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Professional personal presentation and manner.
• Positive attitude
• Prepared to work flexibly, when required and when deemed competent to do so.
• Complies with Trust and departmental policies e.g Health & safety, Confidentiality and Data protection

Skills Required