Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology

Banding: Band 6

Location: Gloucester

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Working Pattern: 3 days a week, Wednesday to Friday

Hourly Rate: £25-27 Umbrella equivalent via trust DE

We are currently seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Microbiology to join our client’s team in Gloucester. This is a part-time, ongoing position working core hours only, ideally Weds-Fri, offering a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute to a busy and well-established laboratory service.

Key Responsibilities

You will perform culture, identification, and sensitivity testing of clinical specimens. You will detect bacterial  infections using manual and automated techniques.

Qualifications and Experience

- HCPC registration

- Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

- Experience in Microbiology within a clinical laboratory

- Experience with culture and sensitivity testing, on any of the enterics, urines, wounds or genitals benches

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

- NHS experience (preferred)

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