Cellular Pathology Biomedical Scientist — 12‑Month NHS Contract

NHS; Stockport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK healthcare provider is looking for a Biomedical Scientist in Cellular Pathology for a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. The role requires appropriate degree and state registration (IBMS), with responsibilities including working collaboratively with medical staff, rotating through laboratory sections, and engaging in digital pathology. Benefits include generous annual leave, NHS pension scheme, and staff discounts. Ideal candidates will have cellular pathology expertise and NHS experience.

Benefits

27‑33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS pension scheme membership

Salary sacrifice schemes

NHS staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrated cellular pathology expertise and IBMS registration portfolio required.
• Experience in a relevant discipline; NHS laboratory experience is desirable.
• IBMS Specialist Portfolio begun/in progress is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Medical Laboratory Assistants and medical staff.
• Rotate through all laboratory sections and participate in relevant training.
• Engage fully with digital pathology and Vantage workflow management.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare of vulnerable populations.

Skills

Cellular pathology expertise

Self‑motivation

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Experience with digital pathology

Education

Appropriate degree in a relevant discipline

State registration in the appropriate role (IBMS)

Job description

A UK healthcare provider is looking for a Biomedical Scientist in Cellular Pathology for a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. The role requires appropriate degree and state registration (IBMS), with responsibilities including working collaboratively with medical staff, rotating through laboratory sections, and engaging in digital pathology. Benefits include generous annual leave, NHS pension scheme, and staff discounts. Ideal candidates will have cellular pathology expertise and NHS experience.