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Microbiology is the study of organisms (bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic) that cause infections.
For the NHS Scientist Training Programme you’ll need a 1st or 2.1 either in an undergraduate honours degree or an integrated master’s degree in a pure or applied science subject relevant to the specialism for which you are applying. If you have a relevant 2.2 honours degree, you’ll also be considered if you have a higher degree in a subject relevant to the specialism for which you are applying. Evidence of research experience is desirable. To apply for Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST), you’ll need postgraduate qualifications or considerable relevant experience as a clinical scientist, or both.NHS staff will usually work a standard 37.5 hours per week. They may work a shift pattern. Most jobs in the NHS are covered by the Agenda for Change (AfC) pay scales and your salary working in microbiology will typically be between AfC bands 6 and 9, depending on your precise role and level of responsibility. Trainee clinical scientists train at band 6 level, and qualified clinical scientists are generally appointed at band 7. With experience and further qualifications, including Higher Specialist Scientist Training, you could apply for posts up to band 9. Terms and conditions of service can vary for employers outside the NHS.An interest in science and technology, good communication skills, comfortable using modern technology and complex equipment, great attention to detail, good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.With further training or experience or both, you may be able to develop your career further and apply for vacancies in areas such as further specialisation, management, research, or teaching. -
Analytical toxicology staff work in laboratories to detect, identify and measure drugs and other potentially harmful chemicals in body fluids for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of poisoning.
For the NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) you’ll need a 1st or 2.1 either in an undergraduate honours degree or an integrated master’s degree in a pure or applied science subject relevant to the specialism for which you are applying. If you have a relevant 2.2 honours degree, you’ll also be considered if you have a higher degree in a subject relevant to the specialism for which you are applying. Evidence of research experience is considered desirable. To enter Higher Specialist Scientist Training, you’ll need to be a registered clinical scientist.In the NHS, you’d typically work a 37.5 hour week and be on Agenda for Change pay bands 6-9, depending on your role and level of responsibility. Terms and conditions of service will vary with employers outside of the NHS.Attention to detail, scientific research skills, a good team player.With further training and/or experience, you may be able to develop your career further and apply for vacancies in areas such as further specialisation, management, research, or teaching. With experience as a registered clinical scientist, you could apply for Higher Specialist Scientist Training, which would enable you to work at consultant healthcare scientist level. -
Our administrative managers are important cogs in the NHS team who allow our frontline staff to concentrate on our patients and the public.
You could work your way up from a role or apprenticeship in business administration or enter with relevant experience from outside of the NHS. Relevant training is offered by organisations including AMSPAR, the British Society of Medical Secretaries and Medical Administrators, the Institute of Healthcare Management, the Institute of Leadership Management and the Institute of Administrative Management.Most jobs in the NHS are covered by the Agenda for Change (AfC) pay scales. This pay system covers all staff except doctors, dentists and the most senior managers. Your career in NHS administrative management would typically start at Agenda for Change Band 5, with opportunities to progress to posts at bands 6 or 7. Staff in the NHS will usually work a standard 37.5 hours per week. They may work a shift pattern. Terms and conditions of service can vary for employers outside the NHS.To work in administrative management, you’ll typically need good communication skills, leadership skills, high level organisational skills, a high level of accuracy, a willingness to work with others and respect their views, a good level of numeracy and computer literacy, the ability to work to deadlines, honesty and fairness in dealing with other people and a commitment to the ideals of quality and fairness in delivering healthcare.With further training or experience or both, you may be able to develop your career further into more senior managerial roles.