Fixed Term Contract

We're currently seeking Senior Scientists based in and around Warwickshire to work within a state of the art, high output diagnostics laboratory environment as part of the UK's NHS Test and Trace programme, helping society's return to a more normal way of life.

Gain invaluable experience and exposure to some of the country's most highly skilled individuals in the scientific community and join a supportive environment where training and accreditation (where relevant) will be provided for this role.

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What you can expect:

• Experience of using liquid handling robots (e.g. Hamilton liquid handling systems)

• Experience of viral RNA testing using real-time ePCR methodology or end-point PCR

• Significant experience in molecular biology, including PCR and immunoassays

• Experience of working with LIMS

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and experience

• Significant experience of handling human biological samples

• Experience with handling human biological samples and working at containment level 2 or containment level 3

What we're looking for:

• Degree in Biomedical Sciences

• PhD or significant experience of problem solving in a lab environment

• Evidence of excellent communication and team-working skills

• Evidence of excellent attention to detail

• Evidence of supervisory experience within the lab

In return:

You will receive a minimum 18-month contract with opportunity to go permanent and competitive rate of pay and a 10% retention payment (paid at 9 and 18 months). Please note, successful candidates will be required to spend a minimum 3 weeks in training working flexible day patterns (including some weekends) before transitioning onto your shift. Additional benefits include Company Sick Pay, Covid Sick Pay and Overtime Pay.

Working hours and shift times

The role will work on rotating day, 4 on/4 off shift pattern (including some weekend work) with staggered start times.

For further information on shift patterns and start / end times, please speak to the team to learn more.

Compliance checks
Please be aware that Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) including a media check is the required level of screening for all staff working at the Leamington Spa Laboratory.

Diversity at NHS Test and Trace
You will be joining a diverse and hugely welcoming team that reflects the communities we serve. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and empowering them to contribute fully at work.

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If you're ready for a new challenge and want to be part of the team delivering this essential lab work, please apply today.

Please note: Impellam Group is working in partnership with NHS Test and Trace, so you will be employed on a fixed-term employment basis with an Employing Agency (either SRG, Medacs, Lorien or Blue Arrow) within Impellam Group, in line with contractual employment terms and conditions set out by the respective Employing Agency, and not directly employed by NHS Test and Trace.