Diagnostic Laboratory Scientist – IHC & Digital Pathology

vwr; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Avantor is recruiting a Scientist - Diagnostic Laboratory Sciences (DLS) to join a CAP‑accredited laboratory in Cambridge for a 12‑month contract. You will contribute to development, optimization and validation of diagnostic assays including histopathology, IHC and digital pathology workflows.

The role requires a BSc (or equivalent) in Biomedical Science or related field, 2+ years in a diagnostic histopathology/IHC lab, and hands‑on experience with tissue handling and microtomy in a regulated

Qualifications

• BSc (or equivalent) in Biomedical Science, Pathology, Molecular Biology or related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a diagnostic histopathology and/or IHC lab.
• Experience with microtomy and handling human tissue samples.
• Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Strong attention to detail and data quality.
• Ability to manage workload and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day scientific and laboratory operational support
• Independently undertake technical work in accordance with SOPs and quality standards
• Support development, optimisation, verification and validation of diagnostic assays
• Perform microtomy and tissue preparation across a range of human tissue types
• Operate and maintain automated IHC and histology platforms (e.g. Ventana, Leica, Dako)
• Support digital pathology workflows including slide scanning, QC and troubleshooting
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and quality frameworks (CAP/CLIA, ISO, HTA, GCP)
• Accurately record and manage data using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Work closely with scientists, project managers and cross‑functional teams to communicate data and findings clearly

Skills

IHC

Microtomy

Histology

Data integrity

Education

BSc in Biomedical Science or related field

Tools

Ventana

Leica

Dako

LIMS

Job description

Avantor is recruiting a Scientist - Diagnostic Laboratory Sciences (DLS) to join a CAP‑accredited laboratory in Cambridge for a 12‑month contract. You will contribute to development, optimization and validation of diagnostic assays including histopathology, IHC and digital pathology workflows.

The role requires a BSc (or equivalent) in Biomedical Science or related field, 2+ years in a diagnostic histopathology/IHC lab, and hands‑on experience with tissue handling and microtomy in a regulated