Specialist Biomedical ScientistNHS

Job summary

Join our friendly and dedicated Specialist Services team within the Specialist Laboratory Medicine Department at the Centre for Laboratory Medicine (CfLM), based at St Jamess University Hospital. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist to join us on a 1-year fixed-term maternity cover contract. The role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your specialist knowledge and experience within Trace Metals, Metabolic Biochemistry and Toxicology, while also gaining exposure to the wider range of specialist services we provide, including Endocrinology, Biochemical Genetics and Screening Services.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for someone who is adaptable, organised, proactive and enjoys working collaboratively within a small, supportive team. You will have the opportunity to develop your technical and specialist skills, work closely with Biomedical Scientists and Clinical Scientists, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services. We offer a varied working environment, 37.5 hours per week, flexible working arrangements and, importantly, no night shifts. Band 6 applications are welcomed, with Band 5 candidates also encouraged to apply. If you are looking for an opportunity to broaden your experience and develop your career in specialist laboratory medicine, we would love to hear from you.

Job description

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Nayab Nawaz or James Booth

Position: Operational Lead, Senior BMS

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Phone number 07585 731353

Interview Date:25/11/2026

Please Note: All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata.

Job Summary

Specialist Services is a diverse and friendly team within the Specialist Laboratory Medicine Department at the Centre for Laboratory Medicine (CfLM). We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, sharing knowledge and supporting one another to deliver high-quality specialist diagnostic services. Working within a relatively small team offers the opportunity to develop close working relationships with colleagues, gain valuable experience across a range of specialist disciplines and make a real contribution to the services we provide. We work closely with Clinical Scientists and other healthcare professionals, creating an environment where learning, professional development and teamwork are encouraged.

Joining our team offers the opportunity to expand your specialist knowledge.

About Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK, providing a wide range of specialist and general hospital services to patients across Leeds and beyond. We are committed to delivering excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient, every time, through our dedicated workforce, continuous improvement and commitment to innovation.

At the heart of everything we do is The Leeds Way our shared values of being Responsible, Open and Honest, One Team and Kind. These values shape how we work together, support one another and deliver the best possible care for our patients. Our Trust priorities focus on People, Improvement and Innovation, Partnerships and Outcomes, ensuring we continue to develop our services, embrace new opportunities and make a positive difference to the communities we serve. By joining our Trust, you will become part of a wider team committed to making a difference through collaboration, compassion and excellence.

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.