Advanced Histology & Imaging Specialist

Kings College London; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kings College London is seeking a highly qualified researcher with a PhD or equivalent histology experience. The role emphasizes hands-on histology, sample preparation, staining, and advanced imaging data analysis.

You will contribute to high-quality research outputs and collaborate across projects while mentoring others in histological techniques. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative academic environment, uphold rigorous QA/QC standards and communicate complex findings

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant subject area or equivalent research experience.
• Hands-on histology with sample preparation and staining.
• Experience with microscopy and imaging data acquisition, analysis and interpretation.
• Experience with quality assurance and quality control in a lab to ensure data integrity and reproducibility.
• Technical problem-solving skills including maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment; ability to optimise workflows.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands and manage multiple projects to deadlines.
• Experience training or mentoring others in histological techniques.

Skills

PhD qualified

Histology techniques

Microscopy & imaging data analysis

QA/QC in lab

Troubleshooting lab equipment

Scientific communication

Independent project management

Training/mentoring histology

Automated sample processing experience

High-content slide scanners experience

Education

PhD in relevant subject

Tools

Automated processors

Embedding systems

Staining equipment

High-content slide scanners

Job description

Kings College London is seeking a highly qualified researcher with a PhD or equivalent histology experience. The role emphasizes hands-on histology, sample preparation, staining, and advanced imaging data analysis.

You will contribute to high-quality research outputs and collaborate across projects while mentoring others in histological techniques. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative academic environment, uphold rigorous QA/QC standards and communicate complex findings