Specialist Biomedical Scientist

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week, there will be no change in full time pay.A permanent post for a skilled Specialist Biomedical Scientist has become available within the Genetic Service. This new position has been funded to implement genetic testing across Scotland to inform appropriate medication for patients who have experienced ischaemic stroke. This new innovation is part of the wider application of pharmacogenomics to inform effective prescribing of common medicines.The successful applicant will deliver a high-quality service as part of a dedicated team within the laboratory under the direction a Senior Clinical Scientist, to implement high-throughput CYP2C19 genetic testing in partnership with colleagues from the West of Scotland Regional Genetic Service and the NHS Scotland Centre for Sustainable Delivery.The post holder will be responsible for managing the technical workload within the laboratory for this test as well as the analysis and interpretation of genetic results. In addition as an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist they will be responsible for authorising a defined set of laboratory reports. They must work closely with Senior Clinical Scientists within the laboratory to monitor the performance and effectiveness of the national CYP2C19 testing service. The successful applicant must be able to prioritise the workload of the team work and ensure that themselves and others work in a careful and meticulous manner at all times according to standard operating procedures. You will also be expected to contribute to quality assurance, UKAS accreditation and support the supervision and training of other staff. Working within a supportive and collaborative environment you will be encouraged to develop your skills and contribute to service improvement.The Regional Genetic Service is a large friendly team of Technical, Scientific and Clinical staff who provide a first-class service to patients and families from Tayside and NE Fife and elsewhere in Scotland. The Service offers modern, well equipped facilities situated within Ninewells Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist to join a diagnostic Genetic Laboratory to deliver a new national testing service.Informal enquiries to: David Baty, david.baty@nhs.scot tel: 01382 496271Hours of work are: 37.0 hours/week. Monday-FridayShort-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.Additional Information For CandidatesYou should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: If you wish to participate in the Job Interview Guarantee Scheme and have been invited to interview, please contact the Hiring Manager as detailed in the advert to discuss any special requirements that you will need to enable you to attend the interview.Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updatesPlease contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub for advice and support with any system issuesWe recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using JobtrainOnce you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendmentsIf you are a current member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Tayside