Specialist Biomedical Scientist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 19/08/2026
- Closes
- 02/09/2026
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Role summary
This role is for an experienced, state-registered Biomedical Scientist in Histology, assisting Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientists in the day-to-day running of the department. The post holder will perform analytical procedures for histological diagnosis, rotate through routine histopathology laboratory sections, and supervise/train junior staff. The role involves maintaining professional competency, participating in an on-call service, and contributing to a high-quality diagnostic service within a new state-of-the-art Hub laboratory.
Key responsibilities
- Assist Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientists in the day-to-day running of the department.
- Undertake supervision and training of junior staff, troubleshooting and escalating issues.
- Perform analytical procedures necessary for the histological diagnosis of disease, rotating through various laboratory sections.
- Liaise with pathologists, clinicians, and laboratory staff to deliver a professional and efficient diagnostic service.
- Plan and organise own work, adhering to standard operating procedures and local rules within Histopathology.
- Organise and supervise a team of Medical Laboratory Assistants, Biomedical Scientists, and Trainee Biomedical Scientists.
Essential criteria
- BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science accredited with the Institute of Biomedical Science or equivalent
- HCPC registration
- Active CPD participation
- IBMS specialist portfolio in Cellular Pathology
- Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills
- Experience in Quality processes
- Experience in Equipment maintenance and management
- Full awareness of the medical laboratories, requirement for quality and competence
- Ability to undertake technical validation, interpretation and clinical authorisation of results
- Thorough practical knowledge of Histological techniques.
- Good communication skills and excellent numeracy and literacy skills
- Basic use of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures
Desirable criteria
- Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Science
- Qualifications in Training & Development
- Experience in performing and troubleshooting specialist techniques
- Experience in laboratory supervision
- Experience in Audits.
- Demonstrable experience of good team management
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
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Job summary
Are you an experienced state registered Biomedical Scientist, looking for a dynamic role within Histology?
How about seeking sponsorship to move to the UK or already based here and would like to switch sponsors, so you can gain access to comprehensive development?
The Histopathology department is looking to fulfil its HCPC registered Specialist BMS roles and now is an excellent time to join our lab as we prepare, design and move to a new state of the art Hub. Don't miss out. Be part of it.
The Department of Histopathology provides comprehensive diagnostic services across South London and receives specialist referrals from all over the country. The department performs routine and various highly specialised diagnostics tests using modern equipment. We are largely based at the Hub and provide a service at our ESL sites. Our Hub promises a high quality, high specification and innovative environment with a large, highly skilled team to which the post holder will be integrated.
This laboratory based role will give you job satisfaction that comes from knowing that no two days are the same. You will be joining a group of Scientists who are experts in Histological techniques within Tissue Sciences, many of whom have worked across Trust sites such as Guys and St Thomas' and Kings College Hospital NHS Trusts.
Working Pattern Details:
- This role requires working a 6 day
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