As a Clinical Scientist in our Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics (H&I) team, you will play a key role in delivering safe, highquality diagnostic and clinical services that support kidney, pancreas, cardiothoracic and stem cell transplantation and transfusion outcomes across the NHS. You will apply your specialist scientific knowledge to perform, analyse and interpret complex laboratory investigations, provide clear clinical advice, and contribute to research, development and service improvement. You will also support trainee scientists through mentoring and training. This is a role where your expertise directly influences patient safety and care, helping save and improve lives every day.
You will either be a qualified Clinical Scientist (Band 7) or someone who is expected to obtain HCPC registration within six months of commencing the role. If you are not yet HCPC registered, you will be appointed as a Clinical Scientist Graduate Trainee (Band 6). Upon achieving HCPC registration, your role will be upgraded to Band 7.
In this role as a HCPC registered Clinical Scientist within H&I, you will be required to analyse, interpret, validate and report the results of specialist Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics investigations. Your duties will include :
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Performing, analysing and authorising both molecular and serological based testing
- Communicating specialist results to internal and external clinicians, other healthcare colleagues and scientific staff.
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Assisting with quality management duties within the laboratory, under the direction of the Clinical Scientist Section Heads and Laboratory Operations Manager
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Contributing to the coordination and supervision of the work, training and conduct of scientific and support staff.
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You will be required to train and work on a rotational basis in all areas of the department.
With appropriate training and experience you will be required to participate in a 24/7 on-call rota and exceptionally to provide cover in times of operational difficulty.
Experience and Knowledge (essential only)
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In depth knowledge and expertise in clinical solid organ and/or stem cell transplantation science.
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Proficiency in relevant specialised laboratory techniques / environments.
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Experience of working to quality and accreditation systems and standards.
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Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), or equivalent Systems.
Qualifications and Training (essential only)
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MSc or equivalent in transplantation, immunology, transfusion or relevant science or post graduate qualification e.g. British Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (BSHI) Diploma, specialist portfolio, FIBMS OR equivalent relevant experience.
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Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Scientist (which must be maintained).
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BSc in Biological/Medical sciences or relevant sciences.
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Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Experience and Knowledge (essential only)
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Experience in the use of laboratory equipment and techniques.
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Broad knowledge of a relevant biological science.
- Knowledge of application of the standards of Good Laboratory Practice
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Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).
Qualifications and Training (essential only)
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BSc honours degree in Biomedical or other relevant science.
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In the final year of the Scientist Training Programme (STP) in H&I.
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BSHI diploma and working towards ACS HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist.
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Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
To be considered for the registered post, you will need to demonstrate that you are active on a Scientist Training Programme (STP) and you are within 6 months of completing and gaining HCPC registration.
You will be paid in accordance with the role that does not require registration until you have received confirmation of this.
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you’ll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.
Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.
By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.
You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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Flexible working options we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
- Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
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Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions
- Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
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Health and wellbeing support we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.
You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:
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Read about our application process
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Learn more about our culture at NHSBT
To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.
This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 23rd August 2026 however it may close sooner if we receive a high number of applications, so we recommend applying early.
The assessment process for this role will include: a single interview and will be in-person in Newcastle Centre.
Interviews are anticipated to be held week commencing 31st August 2026 subject to confirmation.
For informal enquiries please contact
Name: Arash Akbarzad-Yousefi
Job Title: Consultant Clinical Scientist, Head of Department
Contact Details: Email Arash [email protected]
