Histology Biomedical Scientist — Shape Tissue Diagnostics

HCA Healthcare UK; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Band 5 or 6 Biomedical Scientist to join the Histology team. You will conduct complex investigations, support the management of the Histopathology Department, and use your skills to ensure high-quality lab services. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Biomedical Science, HCPC registration, and experience in a UK Histology lab. This role offers a competitive salary, great benefits, and commitment to employee wellbeing.

Benefits

25 days holiday increasing with service

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work scheme

Group Life Assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Corporate staff discount

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Biomedical Science or similar, MSc is desirable.
• Experience in a Histology lab in the UK as a Band 5 at a minimum.
• HCPC Registered and a member of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Carry out unsupervised routine and complex investigations in Histopathology.
• Follow laboratory procedures to ensure effective delivery of services.
• Assist in teaching new staff and cooperate with supervisory staff.

Skills

Biomedical Science degree

Experience in Histology lab

Teamwork

Laboratory techniques

Education

Degree in Biomedical Science or similar

MSc desirable

HCPC Registered

Member of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences

Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences desirable

Job description

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Band 5 or 6 Biomedical Scientist to join the Histology team. You will conduct complex investigations, support the management of the Histopathology Department, and use your skills to ensure high-quality lab services. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Biomedical Science, HCPC registration, and experience in a UK Histology lab. This role offers a competitive salary, great benefits, and commitment to employee wellbeing.