EG194070 - Healthcare Sciences Chief Biomedical Scientist

TN United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Chief Biomedical Scientist to lead their cellular pathology department. This role requires a qualified HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a MSc in Biomedical Science and specialized diploma in Histological Dissection. You will oversee specimen reception and dissection while managing a team, ensuring high-quality diagnostic services across NHS Grampian, NHS Orkney, and NHS Shetland. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and fosters professional growth, making a significant impact on patient care and laboratory standards.

Qualifications

• Significant post-HCPC registration experience in NHS diagnostic cellular pathology lab.
• Proven experience in supervising and training staff.

Responsibilities

• Managerial responsibility for specimen reception and dissection.
• Supervising and training staff in the laboratory.

Skills

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Histological Dissection

Supervisory Experience

Education

MSc in Biomedical Science

IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection

Job description

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EG194070 - Healthcare Sciences Chief Biomedical Scientist, Aberdeen

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Client:

NHS Scotland

Location:

Aberdeen

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Position: Chief Biomedical Scientist – Histological Dissection

Applications are invited from a suitably qualified HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist for the position of Chief Biomedical Scientist in the department of cellular pathology.

The successful applicant will have significant post-HCPC registration experience in an NHS diagnostic cellular pathology lab, a MSc in Biomedical Science, and the IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection.

You will have managerial responsibility for specimen reception and dissection, with proven experience in supervising and training, and outstanding communication skills. The department holds UKAS 15189 accreditation and is an approved IBMS training laboratory.

The laboratory provides diagnostic services to NHS Grampian, NHS Orkney, and NHS Shetland, including Histology, Cytology, and Immunocytochemistry.

For full details of the post, see the accompanying job description.

For informal inquiries, please contact Wendy Leaper ([emailprotected]) BMS4/Laboratory Manager at 01224552858.

Additional Information for Candidates:

Note: If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.

NHS Grampian is one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland, serving over 500,000 residents in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray.

We strive to ensure a positive environment supported by our NHS and Social Care values.