Biomedical Scientist Specialist

University Hospitals Dorset; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare trust in Bournemouth seeks an experienced Biomedical Scientist for their Microbiology Laboratory. The successful candidate will have a minimum of current HCPC registration and experience in an NHS Microbiology laboratory. Responsibilities include performing various diagnostic tests and participating in weekend and evening rotas. This role offers full training and support for professional development within a dynamic clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Current HCPC registration is required.
• Previous experience in NHS Microbiology laboratory.
• Willingness to work across all sections of the department.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of diagnostic bacteriology.
• Participate in the weekend and extended working day rota.
• Contribute to parasitology, mycology, serology, and molecular virology.

Skills

NHS Microbiology experience

HCPC registration

Diagnostic bacteriology

Parasitology

Mycology

Serology

Molecular virology

Job description

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Biomedical Scientist to gain experience in a busy clinical laboratory within a large acute Trust.

Microbiology Laboratory

The microbiology laboratory is situated in a purpose‑built facility, is well‑equipped, fully computerised, holds UKAS accreditation and is an IBMS registered training laboratory. We currently offer diagnostic microbiology to University Hospital Dorset and other healthcare providers from one laboratory based in the new Dorset Pathology Hub at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

Service Configuration

The configuration of the Microbiology service across Dorset is currently under review with a vision to provide a Dorset‑wide service supported by laboratories based at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital and at Dorset County Hospital.

Position Details

The position is for a band 5 or band 6 Biomedical Scientist, dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should have as a minimum, current HCPC registration and previous experience of working in an NHS Microbiology laboratory. There will be the opportunity to work in all sections of the department and will receive full training and support relevant to their level of experience.

Working Hours

Working hours are 37.5 hours per week, which includes participation in a weekend rota and an extended working day rota. You will be required to participate in the weekend and evening rota.

Base Location

The Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date

12th February 2026

Duties

Duties will include all aspects of diagnostic bacteriology, parasitology, mycology, serology and molecular virology.

Service Changes

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service‑specific questions at interview. If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

Equality and Inclusion

UHD has active networks including Women’s, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

Recruitment Integrity

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Contact

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Katy Dallow. Job title: Laboratory Manager. Email address: [e-mail]. Telephone number: 0300 019 4846.