Senior Clinical Scientist (Biochemistry)

Job overview We welcome applications for a band 7 Senior Clinical Scientist post in the Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Barts Health, East & South East London Pathology Partnership.
Ideally the post holder would have completed at least 3 years as a trainee clinical scientist and gained HCPC registration.
However, applications are welcomed from candidates in the final year of STP training who will be fully supported to complete.The department is one of the largest in the UK, with specialist services including LC-MS/MS, HPLC, atomic absorption and proteins.
We provide clinical and technical POCT support across the partnership trusts.
We serve specialist clinical services across Barts Health, which has the largest cardiovascular centre in the UK, the second largest cancer centre in London, one of the largest children's hospitals in the UK and leading endocrinology, stroke and renal units.
We also have strong links with adult and paediatric endocrine, nutrition and ICU teams.
These links afford ample opportunity for collaborative research and development and clinical liaison.The post is based at the Royal London Hospital, directly opposite Whitechapel station, which is served by the District, Hammersmith & City, London Overground and Elizabeth lines.
Whitechapel is a vibrant, multicultural district in the East End.
Aldgate, Shoreditch, Brick Lane and East London theatres are all within a 7-15 minute walk.
Main duties of the job We are looking for a dynamic and ambitious Clinical Scientist to join us in further developing the service.
You will join an experienced team of 3 Consultants and 7 Clinical Scientists.
Ideally the post holder would have completed at least 3 years as a trainee clinical scientist and gained HCPC registration.
However, consideration will be given to candidates in the final year of STP training.
Full support will be given to allow the successful candidate to complete their training.
We have extensive experience in supporting staff to complete FRCPath examinations and run a programme of educational activities to support continuing professional development.The post holder will be involved in the development and oversight of specialist areas of the laboratory including specialist proteins, LC-MS/MS, HPLC, trace elements and point of care testing.
You will be based at the Royal London hub with occasional travel to the spoke sites as required.Key responsibilities include: participation in the Duty Biochemist rota, providing interpretation of results and advice on investigations to medical staff and other service users; validation and implementation of new methods and assays, overseeing their introduction into routine clinical use; undertaking and publishing research; engaging in quality improvement projects Working for our organisation The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.
The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.
Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma.The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa.
822 WTE.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.
We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
For both documents, please view the attachment/s below Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria 1st or 2nd class honours' degree in chemistry or biochemistry or assessed equivalent knowledge and expertise in clinical biochemistry.
Master's degree (or completion expected within 12 months) or equivalent knowledge and expertise in clinical biochemistryState registration with the Health Care Professions Council as a Clinical Scientist (Clinical Biochemistry) or expected within 12 months Desirable criteria PhD Experience Essential criteria Dealing with and resolving analytical problems in clinical biochemistryExperience of one or more of the following areas: LC-MS/MS, HPLC, proteins, point-of-care testing, trace elementsAware of scientific developments and modern technology in clinical biochemistry and their impact on the future of the serviceUnderstands the principles of clinical governance and their application in clinical biochemistry Desirable criteria Giving formal presentations to large groups eg lectures, seminarProcurement and implementation of new equipment and the introduction of new methods of serviceTraining laboratory staff, including trainee clinical scientists and biomedical scientistsA track record of research, development and audit as evidenced by presentations at national or international meetings or publications in peer-reviewed journalsRisk management in a number of laboratory settingsExperience of implementing and managing changeLiaising with medical staff about service provision and data interpretatio Knowledge Essential criteria Evidence of continuous professional development Desirable criteria Evidence of management and leadership training Skills Essential criteria Ability to write reports, abstracts for scientific meetings and papers for peer-reviewed publications.Ability to manage and implement changeAbility to liaise effectively with clinical staff and other service users, particularly in advising on specialized analyses and their interpretationWell developed skills in the use of word processing, database and spread sheet packagesWell developed technical and scientific skills.Able to present scientific information confidently Desirable criteria Ability to manage the quality of the service provided by the department and devise plans for the future of the service on the basis of knowledge of recent developments in the fieldAbility to recognize patterns of abnormality and relate them to complex clinical situations Skills Essential criteria Ability to organize and manage resources and complex activities effectivelyAbility to adapt to changing circumstances and learn quicklyAbility to challenge existing clinical and scientific opinion on the basis of personal knowledge and experience, reasoned argument and published informationAbility to work independently, consulting with colleagues where necessaryGood time management skillsGood written and oral communicationAble to present scientific information confidently Other Essential criteria Mature, organised and team oriented personSelf-motivated and enthusiasticAble to work under pressureAble to accept and respond appropriately to constructive criticismRespects confidentialityAble to identify and pursue own educational developmentGood interpersonal skills.
Able to build, motivate and lead the activities of staff of all grades and backgrounds effectivelyAble to show professional leadership to other staff in challenging circumstancesAble to show professional leadership to other staff in challenging circumstancesGood teaching and training skillsBased at the Royal London but may be expected to travel to other Pathology Partnership laboratories on occasions if professional support is requiredSufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations