Biomedical Scientist - Histopathology | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Manchester is seeking an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join their Cellular Pathology department. This role involves providing scientific services in Histopathology and supporting cross-site training. The ideal candidate will have experience with ISO 15189 standards and a keen interest in digital pathology and immunohistochemistry. The position offers a collaborative environment with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC registered as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Experience in Histopathology with ISO 15189 standards is required.
• Interest in digital pathology and relevant cancer scoring techniques.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a Biomedical Scientist within Histopathology.
• Support management of documentation and performance.
• Assist in training scientific staff.
• Participate in cross-site training opportunities.

Skills

HCPC registration

Histopathology experience

Interest in digital pathology

Experience with immunohistochemistry

Job description

Overview

Whatever you’re looking for in your career, it is all here for you at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. We are the largest Cellular Pathology department in the country, and we are looking for an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join our diverse teams across the Oxford Road Campus and Wythenshawe sites. You’ll have the opportunity to work cross-site, offering exposure to specialist training.

Our laboratories have implemented Sakura SMART automation with Tissue-Tek AutoTEC A120 automated embedding systems and the Tissue-Tek Xpress X120. We are investing in new technologies to deliver and improve patient care. The service has an extensive immunohistochemistry repertoire, including prognostic markers in Lymphoma, Lung and Breast Cancer, supported by Biomedical Scientist led scoring for breast markers, including DDISH and PDL1 for triple negative breast cancer. The departments are also working towards full implementation of digital pathology to support the Greater Manchester Strategy for Digital Pathology, with clinical reporting from digital images increasing since go-live in July 2025.

We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider and we’re embarking on our Green Plan to make healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create an inclusive culture with equal opportunities for career development, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a Biomedical Scientist within Histopathology, in line with ISO 15189 standards, rotating across the department and providing scientific services to patients and customers to aid pathological diagnosis.
• Work with the senior team to support management of documentation and overall performance.
• Take a role in the training and development of scientific staff.
• Contribute to cross-site working and exposure to specialist training opportunities.

Working pattern

Monday-Friday 7am-7pm and Sunday 8am-4pm on a rotational basis.

Qualifications & Requirements

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
• Experience operating within Histopathology and familiarity with ISO 15189 standards.
• Interest in digital pathology and immunohistochemistry with prognostic markers in cancer (Lymphoma, Lung, Breast) and related scoring (DDISH, PDL1).
• Ability to work across sites and participate in cross-site training and development.

About the Trust

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn, bringing together 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester, Trafford and beyond. We champion collaborative working and transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue ambitious goals. We use Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022, and we are a major academic Research Centre & Education provider.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, celebrating diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination. All individuals are encouraged to apply; if you have any special requirements to help with your application, email [e-mail].

Closing date

This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025.