The Biochemistry team is a diverse group of all different grades of Scientist and practitioners, working together to further healthcare and provide the best service possible for patients. As part of the role you will be required to work 37.5 hours per week (typically 7.5hr shifts between 8am and 8pm) including flexible cover of weekends and bank holidays. Southampton Biochemistry lab is one of the largest labs in the area and provides a significant amount of specialist testing. Our service is always expanding and looking to make improvements. Initial training will be in clinical biochemistry, with future pathology training given as required by the needs of the service. You will make critical decisions about workflow You will perform complex manual testing of specialist samples You will be the voice of Biochemistry and communicate with wards and Doctors You will contribute to providing a high quality service which consistently delivers on its turnaround times for critical samples. There may be the opportunity for applicants holding an IBMS approved Biomedical Science degree to complete their registration portfolio. The department is fully committed to your continued professional and personal development; the diverse training we can offer you will maximise your future employment and promotion prospects. You will need to be: an excellent communicator well organised enthusiastic and self-motivated Flexible and willing to adapt ready to take a multi-disciplinary approach to healthcare delivery prepared to be challenged Please read the Job description and personal specification carefully and tell us how you meet these and what you can bring to our team and care for our patients