Biomedical Scientist - Clinical Biochemistry

Northumbria Group.; Norwich; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist for full‑time cross‑site roles between two major hospitals in Norwich. Candidates will manage lab processes, ensure quality control, and participate in a 24/7 service. Essential qualifications include a BSc in Biomedical Sciences and HPC registration. Competitive salary ranging from £37,338 to £44,962 per annum, along with excellent benefits including flexible working hours and career support.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

On-site nursery

Free confidential counselling support

Qualifications

• Registered with Health Professions Council (HPC).
• Experience in a high-pressure service.
• Ability to use laboratory software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily test procedures and quality control.
• Manage urgent and routine work turnaround.
• Educate and train medical staff and trainees.

Skills

Experience in high throughput service

Clinical analyser performance evaluation

Laboratory software knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences

State registration with HPC

Specialised Diploma from IBMS

Job description

Job Summary

The Eastern Pathology Alliance is formed from three Pathology Laboratories based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH), the James Paget University Hospital (JPUH) and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kings Lynn (QEH).

We have an exciting opportunity for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to work in full‑time cross‑site rotational roles between the NNUH hub laboratory and the QEH spoke laboratory, in Chemistry Automation. The laboratory at NNUH provides a large range of Blood Sciences services comprising Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion, Immunology and Toxicology. The laboratory at QEH provides 24/7 laboratory services in Haematology, Transfusion and biochemistry primarily for the inpatient and outpatient demands for the Trust.

Successful candidates will work as part of the BMS teams at the hub laboratory and QEH laboratories where they will be rostered to cover shifts on both sites. They will have experience of working as independent practitioners in Clinical Biochemistry and will be required to participate in the delivery of a 24/7 laboratory service between both sites. Rosters will be planned in advance, and full training and competency assessment will be given to enable candidates to work on both sites. Candidates are expected to have their own transport and be able to travel between sites, for which mileage reimbursement will be given.

Main duties of the job

As Post Holder, You Will

• Oversee and run daily test procedures on all methodologies to include calibration and quality control testing and to sign off as fit for clinical use.
• Be responsible for ensuring the team is able to process both urgent and routine work to maintain routine turnaround times in line with Trust and Service policies.
• Fault find equipment and analysers, and take appropriate action to ensure equipment is operational and fit for purpose.
• Participate in out of hours rosters between NNUH and QEH sites covering chemistry automation.
• Be responsible for inputting and amending patient data and results, which includes other colleagues work and specimen reception.
• Provide education and training of Medical staff, Clinical Scientists, other Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists, MLAs and visiting students as required within laboratory chemistry automation.
• Demonstrate on‑going competence to practice by attending courses, lectures, mandatory Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and other training activities.

About Us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff! The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first‑class acute care for around one million people in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital at the forefront of innovation, home to state‑of‑the‑art facilities such as the Quadram Institute. We work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. Our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
• On‑site Nursery
• On‑site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Details

• Date posted: 10 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working
• Reference number: 234‑25‑E2791‑A
• Job locations: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital & Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Norwich, NR4 7UY
• Job description: Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
• Application note: Due to high volume of applications, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Essential – Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
• State registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC)
• Specialised Diploma from the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) or equivalent

Essential – Experience

• Experience of working in a diverse, high pressure, high throughput service

Essential – Skills

• Understands clinical analyser performance evaluation to include very complex instrumentation
• Comprehensive knowledge, understanding and the ability to use current laboratory software
• Able to effectively work within a complex multi‐disciplinary team

Attitude, aptitude – Essential

• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and for this reason a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

• Employer name: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
• Address: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital & Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Norwich, NR4 7UY
• Employer's website: https://teamnnuh.co.uk/