Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology (Band 6)

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Health Now Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology (Band 6) The closing date is 20 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology (Band 6) Location: London, UK Salary: Band 6 (in line with current NHS Agenda for Change pay scales) We are interested in those seeking one of more of the below working patterns; Nights full time Evening and Nights shifts Full 247 rota Inc Nights Main duties of the job Successful applicants will have practical experience in: Processing high volumes of routine microbiology specimens. Culture, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Reading and interpreting routine culture plates. Routine bacteriology and associated microbiological investigations. Working within ISO 15189/UKAS (or equivalent) accredited laboratory standards. Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in a busy diagnostic laboratory. About us What We Offer Competitive Band 6 salary in line with Agenda for Change pay scales. A permanent position based in London. Visa sponsorship TRANSFER available for suitably qualified UK based Biomedical Scientist currently working in UK as band 6 Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. Supportive team environment within a leading Microbiology department. Details Date posted 20 July 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary Depending on experience Band 6 (in line with current NHS Agenda for Change pay scales) Contract Locum Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number M0041-BMS3 Job locations 61 Queen Street 4th Floor London EC4R 1EB United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities We are currently recruiting for an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology to join a busy NHS laboratory in London . This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-performing microbiology department processing a large volume of routine diagnostic samples. Shifts available: Nights full time Evening and Nights shifts Full 247 rota Inc Nights Experience Required Successful applicants will have practical experience in: Processing high volumes of routine microbiology specimens. Culture, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Reading and interpreting routine culture plates. Routine bacteriology and associated microbiological investigations. Working within ISO 15189/UKAS (or equivalent) accredited laboratory standards. Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in a busy diagnostic laboratory. Essential Requirements HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist Specialist Portfolio must be completed BSc (Hons) Degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent recognised qualification. A minimum of 4 years' post-registration/postgraduate experience working exclusively within a routine Microbiology laboratory. Previous experience in a high-volume hospital laboratory, such as an NHS, government, university teaching, or tertiary referral hospital or large Private laboratories based in the UK Confident working independently across all areas of routine microbiology. Job description Job responsibilities We are currently recruiting for an experienced Specialist Biomedical