Senior Biomedical Scientist

Applicantswillneed to beeducated to Masters level or possess a higher specialist diploma. Candidateswill need to be able to demonstratewell developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to lead and support individual and team working. The successfulcandidate will supervisea defined section of the laboratory, undertake aspects of diagnostic laboratory workand supporttheOperational Manager to take forward key serviceand workforce objectives.

The laboratory operates a 7 day, 24 hr service and working patterns will includeshifts coveringcore days, evenings and weekends on arotational basis.

North Wales benefits from easy access to coast, mountains and proximity to Liverpool, Chester andall that city life has to offer - so walkers, climbers, cyclists, sailors, shoppers and nightlife seekers are all catered for - the best of all worlds. North Wales also has affordable housing and good public transport and road links across Wales to England and further afield - with Ireland also only a short boat trip away.

Informal visits are actively encouraged, come see the laboratory andmeet the team.

We are seeking a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with relevant experience in diagnostic Microbiology, to join the Public Health Wales Microbiology Service based at Glan Clwyd Hospital., The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post but not essential; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

We are Public Health Wales - the national public health agency in Wales. Our purpose is 'Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.

We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.