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Lead Biomedical Scientist – Blood Sciences and Transfusion
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Lead Biomedical Scientist – Blood Sciences and Transfusion
NHS Western Isles, Macaulay Road, Stornoway, HS1 2AF
Band 7 £52,845 - £61,466 per annum
Plus £1,461 Distant Islands Allowance
36 hours per week
Permanent post
The Clinical Laboratory Service of NHS Western Isles is seeking an experienced HCPC Biomedical Scientist to join our enthusiastic and progressive team in the Laboratory at the Western Isles Hospital, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
The successful applicant will be joining the Laboratory at an exciting time as a new managed service contract has recently been started, with new equipment and enabling works delivered throughout 2026. This will bring a variety of training opportunities and the post holder will help to shape service delivery throughout the duration of the contract.
The post holder will have experience in all aspects of Biochemistry, Haematology, and Blood Transfusion. A suitable applicant with a Biochemistry or Haematology background who is willing to cross-train will be considered.
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As the Lead Biomedical Scientist for Blood Sciences & Transfusion, the post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day organisation and analytical work of the department. They will be required to carry out a broad range of routine laboratory techniques including involvement with the laboratory’s Point of Care Service.
Duties will also include development of staff, writing departmental policies, and standard operating procedures. The department is engaged in a modernisation program and the successful applicant will work with the Laboratory Services Manager to deliver this.
The Western Isles provide an excellent environment in which to live and work, with low pollution, low housing costs, and low crime rates. The islands boast amazing scenery and some of the most diverse wildlife in the UK. Outdoor pursuits are easily accessed, with hiking, surfing, and cycling being popular pastimes.
For further information on this post, please contact Joel Briggs, Laboratory Manager
Tel: 01851 708294
Email: joel.briggs1@nhs.scot
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The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk along with a job description.
Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
CLOSING DATE: 14/10/2026
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