Job overview
- The post holder will work as a registered Biomedical Scientist and member of the Cellular Pathology team providing data, specialist scientific and technical services used for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- This department consists of Histology and Non-Gynae cytology.
- Where appropriate the post holder will initially work under the guidance of more experienced members of staff in undertaking the scientific tasks in all sections of the department.
- Once fully trained and competently assessed the post holder is expected to work independently within the standards set by UKAS ISO 15189.
- Assisting senior staff in the on-going training of the less experienced, newly qualified and Trainee Biomedical Scientists and new staff as required will be expected.
- We welcome applicants with a genuine enthusiasm for immunohistochemistry and a solid background in IHC techniques and interpretation.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will be expected to ensure the effective delivery of a high-quality service that meets the needs and requirements of all users, meeting the requirements to maintain continuing accreditation with UKAS and continuing compliance with other statutory and non-statutory bodies.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Confident in undertaking all analytical procedures
- Able to self-organise and delegate tasks as appropriate
Desirable
- An appreciation of the work and requirements of other departments
Knowledge
Essential
- A wide ranging knowledge of Cellular Pathology
- Knowledge of Health and Safety and Good Laboratory Practice
Desirable
- Digital Pathology
Experience
Essential
- Basic Science Skills From School and University
- Trained in a recognised diagnostic pathology laboratory
- Working within a team
- Experience in Immunohistochemistry
Desirable
- Proven record of problem solving and troubleshooting
- Acting on abnormal results or unexpected findings
- Knowledge of ICC NEQAS
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
- Registration with Health Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Specialist Portfolio or equivalent
Desirable
- Member of the Institute of Biomedical sciences
- At least 3 years Histology experience post registration
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This advert is for Specialist Biomedical Scientist with Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Kingston Upon Thames, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £45,953 - £54,254 per annum inc Outer London HCAS (pro-rata). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 07 Jul 2026.
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