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Biomedical Scientist
Reference: DEC20241091
Expiry date: 23:59, Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Location: Liverpool
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Registered Biomedical Scientist to work within our UKAS Accredited Clinical Diagnostic Parasitology Laboratory.
T he Clinical Diagnostic Parasitology Laboratory (CPDL) at LSTM offers a UKAS accredited local and nationwide diagnostic parasitology service for all specimens of human origin. The Laboratory undertakes a range of diagnostic testing, adhering to ISO15189 standard, and provides accurate, timely results to assist clinical diagnosis.
The laboratory offers a broad nationwide service, diagnosing human parasitic diseases using microscopical, serological and molecular techniques. The laboratory incorporates aspects of Microbiology, Haematology and Blood sciences within one unit. The laboratory has strong links with and undertakes diagnostic testing of samples from NHS Trusts, private hospitals and private laboratories.
As a registered HCPC Biomedical Scientist, you will be an integral part of the Clinical Diagnostic Parasitology team at LSTM. Your responsibilitieswill include diagnosing human parasitic diseases using microscopy, serology and molecular techniques. You will provide a wide range of diagnostic testing, adhering to strict professional international standards and the laboratories quality management system to provide accurate timely results to assist clinical diagnosis.
The post holder will possess a Degree in Biomedical Sciences (or related subject) and be a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist. Knowledge of basic quality control and assurance is essential, and you will be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships with a range of people.
Please note that the laboratory is closed on bank holidays, evenings, and weekends. No shift work is involved.
Key responsibilities include (but not limited to):
* Serology for parasite antibodies
* Microscopy of blood for the detection of parasites
* Microscopy of faecal samples for detection of parasites
* Microscopy of other bodily fluids, worms and insects for the detection of parasites
* Molecular techniques for the detection of parasite DNA
Ideally you will be able to demonstrate:
* Qualified to degree level in Biomedical science (or equivalent). This qualification must be recognized by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
* HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
* Experience of patient database systems for storage of data and generating results
* Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements for a clinical setting
* Experience of diagnostic parasitology methods (desirable)
(For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification)
* Generous occupational pension schemes
* Government backed “cycle to work” scheme.
* Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre
* Plus, a host of additional family friendly policies
Closing Date: 5th January 2025
Application Process: To apply for the position please click on the apply linkand upload your CV and Covering Letter.
Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.
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We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers.
About LSTM
Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics.
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