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Microbiology Specialist

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Doctor in Microbiology to join a progressive clinical microbiology service delivering diagnostic and advisory support across acute and primary care settings. This is a newly developed role designed to support service transformation, laboratory modernisation, and the evolving demands of microbiology. The post holder will work closely with Consultant Microbiologists and laboratory teams, contributing to clinical care, infection prevention, and service development while receiving support for professional progression, including CESR.

Job Responsibility:

  • Contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive microbiology service, including bacteriology, virology, mycology and parasitology
  • Provide clinical advice and interpretation of laboratory results to clinicians across hospital and primary care settings
  • Attend ward rounds, including Intensive Care Unit rounds, to support management of complex infections
  • Use clinical knowledge and laboratory data to guide diagnosis, investigation, and treatment decisions
  • Participate in MDT meetings, incident reviews, and root cause analyses where required
  • Participate in the 24/7 microbiology on-call rota and achieve autonomous working within 3 months
  • Act as an active member of the Infection Prevention and Control team
  • Support outbreak investigation, infection control management, and action planning to reduce healthcare-associated infections
  • Liaise with infection control teams regarding alert organisms and emerging risks
  • Contribute to daily laboratory operations and ensure compliance with UKAS standards
  • Liaise with laboratory technical staff and support result authorisation and validation
  • Provide clinical input into quality management, including EQA/IQC interpretation and service improvements
  • Support the introduction of new diagnostic methods and contribute to business planning for service development
  • Participate in administrative, audit, and managerial activities within the department

Requirements:

  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
  • Eligibility to work in the UK
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • FRCPath is Essential
  • RCPath Part 2 examination completed
  • Minimum 1 year NHS experience
  • Experience working within a Clinical Microbiology laboratory at a Speciality Doctor level or equivalent
  • Significant postgraduate experience in microbiology or a related speciality
  • Demonstrated clinical judgement, risk management, and decision-making ability
  • Ability to prioritise workload and recognise when to seek senior input
  • Proven ability to work across multiple clinical settings
  • Practical laboratory skills using a range of microbiological techniques
  • Ability to interpret diagnostic data and provide clinical advice
  • Experience in research, audit, and quality improvement activities
  • Competence in IT systems and basic software packages
  • Strong communication and multidisciplinary working skills

Nice to have:

  • Evidence of progress towards CESR
  • Publication record in clinical microbiology
  • Subspecialty interest within microbiology

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Job Posted:
March 12, 2026

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