Biomedical Scientist Band 5 - Fixed term

Undertake testing and processing of biological specimens, analysis and entering of results onto LIMS
To work flexibly in reflection of service needs. This will include an extended working day and participation in delivery of a 6 days per week service
Supervise and/or train less experienced staff in own area of work and competency
The work of the service brings staff into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may include blood, urine, CSF and respiratory secretions
Maintain and promote professional image of the CUH Trust., At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

The Department of Immunology at Addenbrookes Hospital Cambridge seeks an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist. This 12 month fixed term, full time post is in our busy and progressive UKAS 15189 accredited Immunology laboratory. We may also consider those nearing completion of their registration portfolio.
We provide an extensive specialist repertoire alongside a routine autoimmune serology, allergy and myeloma service to local, regional and international centres.
Working as part of our experienced scientific team in analysis of patient samples, you will be expected to take part in the shift system covering Monday - Saturday 08:00 - 18:00.
In return we offer a variety of training and development opportunities, well supported by our professional and knowledgeable scientific and clinical staff.
Our ideal candidate will be a state registered Biomedical/Healthcare Scientist with experience in an NHS diagnostic laboratory. Whilst practical experience in an Immunology laboratory is highly desirable, training will be given.
Consideration may be given to applications from candidates nearing completion of their Registration Portfolio or students who need only to graduate to complete their registration. Evidence will be required at interview., CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.