233298 Healthcare Scientist Associate Practitioner (GH)

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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Healthcare Scientist Associate Practitioner

Band 4

Molecular Microbiology, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

HOURS: 37

CONTRACT DURATION: Permanent

Salary Scale £30,353 - £33,016 per annum

Applications are invited from well motivated, enthusiastic and hard working individuals. Successful applicants will contribute in providing comprehensive support to the clinical laboratory service, working effectively as a team member. Candidates should be adaptable, have good interpersonal skills and a professional attitude. Good practical experience and knowledge of Molecular techniques are desirable.

Candidates should be educated to SCQF level 8 e.g. HND; or SVQ4; or IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 2; Personal Development Awards

The post is based in the Molecular Microbiology/Virology department in the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. Participation in the full 24/7 shift working system (including weekends) will be expected.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact:

• Lia Tazioli -
• Nikki Hanley -

Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

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