Specialist Biomedical Scientist, Bloods Sciences

Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Ref: 252953)

Fixed Term 12 months cover maternity leave

Full Time – 36 hours per week

Band 6 - Salary Range £43,231 - £52,679 per annum

Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum

Relocation Assistance of up to £4000

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Biomedical Scientist to join our Laboratory team at the most northerly hospital in the UK as a Specialist. You must have a minimum of 2-year experience working in a UK NHS Hospital Laboratory.

You will be able to bring an enthusiastic approach to the role and have proven knowledge and skills across Blood Science disciplines or a willingness to undertake training in this multidisciplinary role. You will be State Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). Once trained you will be required to participate in the multi-disciplinary on-call roster.

Are you looking to expand your practice or return to the profession? Secondment also welcomed. Then this may be an ideal opportunity for you. If you are a motivated team player with the relevant UK NHS experience, with ability to work autonomously and would like to work as a key member of a busy team, then we would love to hear from you.

This contract is for a fixed-term period of 12 months. The reason for the fixed-term contract is Maternity leave cover. If you wish to apply for this post as a secondment opportunity, you will need to discuss with your line manager before submitting an application.

Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity - Shetland is a wonderful place to live and work. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery, whilst still only a short flight away from the UK mainland. To find out more about living and working in Shetland go to and/or

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For an informal discussion, please contact Paula McDonald, ***email_hidden***

Closing date: 16th Aug 2026

Interview date: 27th Aug 2026

If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or by calling 0161 850 2004.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.