EG- Chief Biomedical Scientist - Clinical Biochemistry

Overview

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Applications are invited for a Chief Biomedical Scientist (8A) to join the current team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. The Clinical Biochemistry Department provides comprehensive core, immunoassay, point of care, specialist protein, metabolic and toxicology services to the North-East of Scotland, including specialist services to the Orkney and Shetland Islands involving a total catchment population of over 600,000. The Department is accredited by the UK Accreditation Service (UKAS ISO 15189).

The appointee is required to have experience in a Clinical Biochemistry Department Toxicology Section, be a team player, an enthusiastic trainer, to meet the person specification and fulfil the duties described in the job description.

Role: Chief Biomedical Scientist (8A) – Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.

Requirements: experience in a Clinical Biochemistry Department Toxicology Section; be a team player; enthusiastic trainer; able to meet the person specification and fulfil the duties described in the job description.

To arrange an informal visit or discuss the post further, please contact:
Ann Milne, Laboratory Manager, ann.milne2t or

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