Band 6 Research Biomedical Scientist - Histology

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Training opportunities

Generous benefits

Job summary

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Biomedical Scientist (Histology Research Technician) to join the Amyloidosis Research and Diagnosis Laboratory Team in London. The postholder will perform complex histology workflows, including amyloid histopathology and immunohistochemistry, and will train junior staff to ensure competency.

The role requires independent work, good communication, and robust organisational skills to support high-quality laboratory investigations for patient care.

Qualifications

• Degree in biomedical science or equivalent and HCPC registration.
• Experience in histology and IHC techniques relevant to amyloid work.
• Ability to train and supervise junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex manual, semi-automated and automated histology investigations.
• Carry out amyloid histopathology and immunohistochemistry to support diagnosis and research.
• Train and supervise new and junior staff to maintain competency and efficiency.

Skills

Histology techniques

Immunohistochemistry

Amyloid histopathology

Laboratory troubleshooting

Training junior staff

Education

BSc Biomedical Science

HCPC registered

Tools

LIMS

Microscopy

Job description

The post holder will act as a Biomedical Scientist, (Histology Research Technician), within the Centre and have skills and knowledge in providing a high quality technical and scientific service in amyloid histopathology and immunohistochemistry. The post holder will be part of the Amyloidosis Research and Diagnosis Laboratory Team and will be required to work closely with colleagues from both the immediate and wider team.

The post holder will work independently to ensure efficient and effective processing of patient samples through the section. They should have the ability to maintain and troubleshoot as needed, and train new and junior staff in relevant techniques, ensuring competency to ensure maximum efficiency. The post holder will be expected to perform complex manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations to support a team comprising of clinical scientists, biomedical scientists and technicians working in the Jack O'Neil Laboratory. The post holder must have excellent organisational and communication skills.

The work performed is undertaken in accordance with appropriate training and the ability to demonstrate competence.

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top