NHS Scientist Training Programme - 2018 recruitment
Applications are now open for the graduate-entry NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) 2018*.
The STP is an exciting postgraduate training programme providing an accredited MSc in Clinical Science that leads to eligibility to apply for clinical scientist status.
*There is an annual intake in September each year and, for 2018 entry, the recruitment cycle opened on Monday 15 January 2018.
Getting in
For entry you must have a 1st or a 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. Applicants with a relevant 2.2 honours degree will also be considered if they have a higher degree in a subject relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Evidence of research experience in the form of a higher degree or equivalent evidence of a scientific/academic basis is also desirable.
Please note that a higher degree is as defined by the Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies. This does not include postgraduate diplomas or postgraduate certificates..
Healthcare science specialisms available through the STP
Postgraduate training for the STP leads to a specifically commissioned and accredited Master's degree and certification of achievement of work based training. The programme offers *specialisms based around the following themes.
- Audiology
- Cancer genomics
- Cardiac sciences
- Clinical biochemistry
- Clinical bioinformatics (genomics)
- Clinical bioinformatics (health informatics)
- Clinical bioinformatics (physical sciences)
- Clinical engineering including: rehabilitation engineering, clinical measurement and development and medical device risk management and governance
- Clinical immunology
- Clinical microbiology
- Clinical pharmaceutical science
- Critical care science
- Cytopathology
- Gastrointestinal physiology
- Genomics (formerly genetics)
- Genomic counselling (formerly genetic counselling)
- Haematology and transfusion science
- Histocompatibility and immunogenetics
- Histopathology
- Medical physics including: imaging with ionising radiation, imaging with non-ionising radiation, radiation safety physics and radiotherapy physics
- Neurophysiology
- Ophthalmic and vision science
- Reconstructive science - applicants must hold current registration as a dental technician with the General Dental Council
- Reproductive science
- Respiratory and sleep sciences
- Urodynamic science
- Vascular science
*Important! Please check the National School for Healthcare Science website for the latest list of STP specialisms being offered for entry in 2018.
Applications
Recruitment to the Scientist Training Programme (STP) in 2018 is being coordinated by the National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS). Applications for the STP are made online through the portal on the NSHCS website.
Direct entry applications
Applications to the Scientist Training Programme for direct entry opened on Monday 15 January 2018 and close at 5pm on Monday 12 February 2018. Applications after this date will not be accepted.
In-service applications
Applications for in-service applicants opened on Monday 15 January 2018 and close at 5pm on Monday 12 March 2018. Applications after this date will not be accepted.
Competition
There is considerable competition for places and the recruitment window won’t remain open for long. No late applications will be accepted so make sure you give yourself plenty of time to make an informed application!
Where to find out more
If you want to find out more about the various areas of healthcare science, please visit our role pages under the relevant area:
- clinical bioinformatics
- life sciences
- physical sciences and biomedical engineering
- physiological sciences
For information about the STP recruitment process and to apply, visit the NSHCS website, where you will find a host of information including:
- applicant guidance
- FAQs covering the vast majority of questions that candidates have about application and eligibility; the selection process and general aspects of the 2018 STP recruitment cycle.
- details of open days that organisations recruiting to STP positions are holding during early 2018
- the generic STP job description for 2018 entry
- the generic STP person specification for 2018 entry
- a list of which posts are available, by specialism and geographical location
- the link for applicants to use when applying
Good luck with your application!