# Biomedical Scientist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/biomedical-scientist/8b3c2c1e-f927-47fe-828c-0b8c643f3b8c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/biomedical-scientist/8b3c2c1e-f927-47fe-828c-0b8c643f3b8c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Milton Keynes - **Region:** East of England - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Health science services - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 Per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-28T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-14T15:51:43.162Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Buckinghamshire/Milton_Keynes/Milton_Keynes_University_Hospital_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Pathology/Pathology-v8153277 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8153277?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Biomedical Scientist Department: Cellular Pathology Band 5:  £32,073 - £39,043 Per annum, pro rata Hours: 37.5 hrs per week (full-time), all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working The Histopathology department at #TeamMKUH have recently had a business case approved to expand our workforce due to our popular and growing services. As the demand for pathology services increases, we are investing in our workforce, welcoming talented Biomedical Scientists, Assistant Technician Officers, administrator staff and other registered healthcare professionals who bring fresh expertise and innovation to the department. The Cellular Pathology department is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, proactive, and experienced individual to take up the post of Biomedical Scientist in our professional and friendly team. The individual will be a key member of the Cellular Pathology team participating in routine and specialist duties that enable the day-to-day operational delivery of the Cellular Pathology laboratory service. The successful candidate will be a professional with strong technical and troubleshooting skills, and the ability to communicate confidently and effectively. The suitable candidate will work as part of a team of scientific and support staff to deliver a diagnostic service that meets accreditation & regulatory requirements to deliver safe and effective patient care. 'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute' Interview date: Thursday 6th of August 2026 ### Main duties of the job "Professional, scientific colleagues feel their roles positively impact patients and service users" (NHS Staff Survey 2023). To provide a high quality, responsive and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service for the trust and its users.  To work as part of a team, using specialist knowledge and expertise to assist in the provision of all aspects of a Cellular Pathology service. To work in accordance with trust health and safety policy as well as departmental policies. Assist with training and education activity.  The candidate must have knowledge and experience of ISO 15189 standards and quality management systems. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities - The core aim of the role is to provide a high quality, responsive and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service for the trust and its users.  To work as part of a team, using specialist knowledge and expertise to assist in the provision of all aspects of a Cellular Pathology service. To work in accordance with trust health and safety policy as well as departmental policies. Additionally, assisting with training and education activity. - The candidate must have knowledge and experience of ISO 15189 standards and quality management system - Must be continuing to develop professionally by maintaining and updating their professional knowledge and skills through a professionally recognised scheme such as the IBMS CPD scheme - Must have Information Technology skills.· - To make scientific and clinical judgements based on their specialist knowledge and experience. - To maintain high levels of concentration for prolonged periods in a high pressure and stressful environment - Deputising for band 6 BMS staff as necessary. - To keep up to date with current scientific and technical developments. - The description and sampling of histopathological specimens in RCPath/IBMS Categories A through to B with reference to the clinical information provided on the request form. - The organisation and staining External Quality Assurance (EQA) schemes slides and retrieval of in-house slides for assessment. Please refer to attached Job description for further information. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Possess excellent practical skills - Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting priorities and complete tasks within given timeframes - Effective team worker - Good communication and organizational skills - Proficient IT skills including the use of MS Office software **Desirable** - Teaching skills - Technical and scientific troubleshooting skills - Use of QMS tools e.g., QPulse. ### Experience **Essential** - Experience of routine and specialist histology procedures - Experience as a HCPC registered BMS in Cellular Pathology - Work within scope and limitation of practice. - Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. - Experience of using a LIMS **Desirable** - Staff training and competency assessment - Experience of quality management ### Communication **Essential** - Good communication skills including a clear command of written and spoken English. - Effective listening skills - Good interpersonal skills. ### Qualifications and knowledge **Essential** - HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist - BSc Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification - Knowledge of Cellular Pathology to underpin the technical aspects of service delivery - Awareness of ISO 15189 standards for medical laboratories - Knowledge and understanding of quality assurance - Knowledge of professional Health and safety regulations - Evidence of relevant continued professional development **Desirable** - Specialist Portfolio or equivalent - Awareness of wider NHS/Pathology initiatives ### Personal and people development **Essential** - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Ability to work under pressure. - Be confident, diplomatic and have personal & professional maturity. - Self motivated and patient focused. - Flexible approach - Enthusiastic - Demonstrate reliability and commitment **Desirable** - Forward thinking ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 448.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10453210) - [person specification (pdf, 240.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10453211) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.