Biomedical Scientist (Band 8a) – Spitalfields

Company:  Merco
Location: Spitalfields
Closing Date: 30/10/2026
Salary: Competitive rates
Hours: Part Time
Type: Locum
Job Requirements / Description

Biomedical Scientist (Band 8a) – Spitalfields

Merco Medical Staffing is currently seeking experienced Biomedical Scientists to support a client who is expanding their rapidly growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a blood testing laboratory, contributing to a high-performing and dynamic clinical environment.

Role Details:

  • Position: Senior Biomedical Scientist (Band 8a)
  • Location: Spitalfields
  • Hours: 7:30am start, 8-hour shifts
  • Commitment: Minimum 1 day per week (ongoing, regular work)
  • Contract Type: Long-term locum
  • Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work across core laboratory disciplines including clinical chemistry, haematology, and immunoassay
  • Operate and maintain laboratory analysers with precision and efficiency
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 15189 standards
  • Deliver accurate results in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment

Requirements:

  • HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist
  • Relevant BSc (Hons) degree accredited by IBMS
  • Proven experience with Abbott Alinity (ci-series) analysers (essential)
  • Familiarity with Sysmex XN-series haematology analysers (desirable)
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 15189 standards
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Experience in POCT, rapid diagnostics, or high-throughput settings (advantageous)

If you are a motivated and experienced Biomedical Scientist looking for flexible, ongoing work within a forward-thinking laboratory, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Eddie on: edward.orton@merco.co.uk for more info.

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