Consultant Biomedical Scientist

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS foundation trust in Manchester is seeking a Consultant Biomedical Scientist for their Cervical Cytology department. The role involves authorising cytology reports, providing clinical management recommendations, and contributing to quality improvement in a large team. Candidates must be HCPC registered and hold relevant qualifications. The position offers flexibility in working arrangements and is part of a respected trust committed to clinical excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a strong background in Cytopathology.
• At least 10 years post-registration experience in cytology at a senior level.
• Strong understanding of the NHSCSP and quality management within the cytology lab.

Responsibilities

• Authorise cervical cytology reports and provide clinical management recommendations.
• Participate in cervical cytology mismatch MDT meetings.
• Implement clinical governance and deliver improved outcomes for the Cervical Screening Programme.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Excellent analytical skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Advanced IT skills

Confident to act on own initiative

Good communication and negotiation skills

Flexible approach to multidisciplinary teamwork

Experience of participating in research

Education

RCPath & IBMS conjoint Advanced Specialist Diploma in Cervical Cytology

NHSCSP Certificate in Cervical Cytology

HSD in cytology or equivalent

Fellowship IBMS

Job description

The closing date is 06 January 2026.

The Cervical Cytology department at Manchester University Foundation Trust is seeking to recruit a Consultant Biomedical Scientist to join our Cervical Cytology team. The department is UKAS accredited and IBMS approved for training.

We currently process approximately 470,000 requests producing approximately 70,000 cervical cytology slides using the Hologic ThinPrep LBC system. We are committed to quality improvement and research activities.

To be shortlisted, you will be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, hold the Royal College of Pathologists & Institute of Biomedical Science conjoint Advanced Specialist Diploma in Cervical Cytology and NHSCSP Certificate in Cervical Cytology (or equivalent). You will have extensive post‑registration experience in Cytopathology with evidence of competency and be able to provide evidence of meeting national standards for screening workload.

We are looking for either full or part‑time working and you must be flexible to work within the departmental opening hours of 8 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday.

Main duties of the job

The successful Consultant BMS candidate will operate as part of the consultant team in cervical cytology, authorising cervical cytology reports, giving clinical management recommendations and participating in cervical cytology mismatch MDT meetings. The post holder will be a member of the departmental senior management team, bringing clinical expertise and strategic direction to the field of cervical cytology. This will involve expanding and developing best practice, implementing clinical governance and delivering improved outcomes for the Cervical Screening Programme.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Person Specification

Registration

• Registered with the HCPC

Qualifications

• RCPath & IBMS conjoint Advanced Specialist Diploma in Cervical Cytology
• Fellowship IBMS
• NHSCSP Certificate in Cervical Cytology
• Evidence of participation in a CPD scheme
• HSD in cytology or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

• Comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of the principles and practice of the NHSCSP at lab, local, regional and national level
• Understanding of medical terminology pertinent to the NHSCSP
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of the management of quality within the cytology lab and monitoring of performance against national standards
• Understanding of colposcopy and patient management issues
• Knowledge of the clinical governance requirements of the NHSCSP
• At least 10 years post registration experience in cytology at senior level
• At least 10 years experience of teaching within the NHSCSP
• Experience of undertaking multidisciplinary clinical audit
• Experience of cytology failsafe operation and patient management requirements
• Has an appreciation of strategies for pathology and NHSCSP
• Possess a portfolio which demonstrates career long learning, experience and formal education

Skills

• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Confident to act on own initiative but ability to recognise own limitations
• Flexible approach to working within a multidisciplinary team
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with staff working within and out with the department in order to coordinate services
• Excellent report and policy/protocol writing skills
• Good teaching skills
• Good communication and negotiation skills to drive changes within the service
• Experience of participating in research
• Advanced IT skills

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.

Address

The Manchester Cytology Centre, 1st Floor Clinical Sciences Building 2, Manchester Royal Infirmary

£64,455 to £74,896 a year pro rata.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Term time hours, Annualised hours

Reference number

349-CSS-7571966-RL4

Job locations

The Manchester Cytology Centre, 1st Floor Clinical Sciences Building 2, Manchester Royal Infirmary