The implementation of Modernising Scientific Careers is changing the recruitment process and training schemes for Healthcare Scientists which affects Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Microbiology and Clinical Immunology in the UK. Information can be obtained from the respective Regional Tutors or from the following resources: NHS Careers - http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk in particular ‘Careers in life sciences’ and ‘NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP)’. Modernising Scientific Careers – please see the Department of Health website - http://www.dh.gov.uk in particular ‘Chief Scientific Officer’. The national recruitment cycle starts in January with advertisements in New Scientist and information on the NHS careers website.