Job Summary The work performed by the Cellular & Molecular Therapy (CMT) Laboratories in NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), is central to the provision and improvement of life saving stem cell transplants. Our laboratories support over half of all haemopoietic stem cell transplants performed in England each year through a network of GMP grade laboratories in 5 specialist facilities across the country. The department provides specialist services to hospitals covering a large geographical area. We work with peripheral blood derived stem cells, umbilical cord blood and bone marrow cells, collected for patients undergoing stem cell transplantation. We have close partnerships with various transplant programmes and other groups undertaking clinical trials, ground breaking research and service development. The successful applicant will be highly motivated, team focussed and with good time management skills. The work will involve routine service provision, specialist cell processing, and other development activities. We would expect the successful candidate to be flexible and willing to adapt to change. Experience of working in a cell therapy laboratory, and familiarity with stem cell processing and/or flow cytometry techniques would be an advantage. Initially, working hours while undergoing training will be 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week). The working hours will change once trained to shift working (7.30 am to 3.30pm, or 8.30am to 4.30pm or 11.30am to 7.30pm. The successful candidate may also be required to cover the late shift on a permanent basis (to be discussed at interview). You will also be required to participate in the departments on call rota, following appropriate training. You should be a HCPC registered Biomedical or Clinical Scientist with relevant post- registration experience and ideally a specialist qualification in the field of transplantation science. Biomedical Scientists wishing to develop specialist skills in Cellular and Molecular Therapies will be considered for the posts, paid as a BMS on an NHS Band 5 scale whilst achieving the necessary experience and qualifications. Main duties of the job You will be required to perform, analyse, record and interpret a wide range of laboratory investigations and technical procedures relating to patient test results and the processing and issue of stem cell and immunotherapy products, with the support of the team You will be responsible for the support and training of new and less experienced staff You will be required to handle blood and tissue samples and operate a range of laboratory analysers and equipment The role may require you to undertake urgent on-call work providing 24/7 testing and advice, depending on specialty see About the Benefits The role may require you to work variable hours and days, weekends and bank holidays as per the roster within the department (unless otherwise rostered within the shift agreement) with appropriate notice, depending on specialty see About the Benefits About You Experience and Knowledge Broad science knowledge with a specialist knowledge in transfusion / tranplantation science gained through previous experience working as a Biomedical Scientist Experience in specialised laboratory techniques using a wide range of complex equipment Experience in prioritising and issuing work to other staff and monitoring progress to ensure deadlines are met Understanding of UK Accreditation Service (UKAS), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines Experience of working with Information Technology Experience of writing reports, preparing and delivering presentations and training and mentoring staff Qualifications and Training Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist Science graduate with relevant post graduate training eg British Blood Transfusion Society specialist certificate, British Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Diploma or equivalent experience Evidence of continuous learning and professional development Willingness to undertake further training and development Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process. About Us At NHS Blood and Transplant, we re incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers. It s an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever This vacancy will close at 23:59 on 13th October 2024 Interviews dates are yet to be confirmed. For informal enquiries please contact Name: Dr Mbithe Mutunga ; Job Title: Head Of BMT Clinical Services Barnsley: Contact Details: mbithe.mutunganhsbt.nhs.uk