Band 6 Research Biomedical Scientist - Histology

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust in Hampstead is seeking a Band 6 Research Biomedical Scientist (Histology) to lead amyloid histopathology and immunohistochemistry investigations within the Amyloidosis Research and Diagnosis Laboratory Team.

You will work independently to process samples, train junior staff, troubleshoot techniques, and ensure high quality, compliant results in a busy NHS laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Familiar with COSHH and health and safety regulations in a biomedical/life sciences environment.
• HCPC registration and IBMS membership.
• NHS laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process patient samples independently to ensure efficient throughput.
• Train and supervise new and junior staff in relevant techniques to ensure competency.
• Perform complex manual, semi-automated and automated histology investigations including amyloid typing and IHC.
• Maintain clear records and ensure quality assurance across workflows.

Skills

Lab techniques

Record keeping

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

BSc Biomedical Science

HCPC registration

IBMS membership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Access

Job description

Band 6 Research Biomedical Scientist - Histology

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.

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

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 topFor more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust

Person Specification

Education & Professional Qualifications

• oBSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
• oFamiliar with COSHH and other related Health and Safety regulations and procedures in a biomedical/life sciences environment
• oHealth Professions Council registration (HCPC)
• oIBMS Membership

Experience

• oExperience of working in a NHS clinical laboratory (minimum 4 years)
• oExperience in Health and safety
• oAdministrative responsibilities
• oExperience of amyloid histopathological techniques, i.e., tissue processing methods, sectioning, and special stains
• oExperience of immunohistochemistry on all platforms
• oExperience in Laboratory QMS for a clinical laboratory for Histopathology procedures
• oExperience in amyloid pathologies

Skills and aptitudes

• oGood IT skills, including the Microsoft Office suite, file management and email. Familiarity with web-based and Access
• oAbility to maintain clear, comprehensive, and accurate records of the work.
• oGood communication skills (written and verbal)
• oGood level of manual dexterity and co-ordination
• oExcellent organisational skills.

Personal Qualities & attributes

• oAbility to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• oExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle patients and their relatives with tact and sensitivity.
• oFlexible to meet the needs of the service
• oA Friendly, helpful, and flexible disposition

Royal Free shared commitments

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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£47,951 to £56,863 a yearper annum inclusive of HCAS