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257335 (AP) Trainee Biomedical Scientist
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Royal Infirmary Edinburgh
Department of Laboratory Medicine
Infection Science (Bacteriology)
Biomedical Scientist (Band 5)
HOURS: 36 hrs / week
2 posts
Fixed term - 12 months
Applications are invited from motivated, enthusiastic, and hardworking individuals wishing to pursue a career in Biomedical Science. Candidates will be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and have experience of working in a Microbiology laboratory. However, candidates who possess an IBMS accredited degree or equivalent will be considered.
Successful candidates will join our team who perform a range of routine and specialist procedures in Microbiology producing results that aid in the diagnosis of disease and the treatment of patients.
Participation in the 24/7 working system will be expected as training progresses.
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