Histology Dissection Expert Biomedical Scientist

Your World Recruitment Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Your World Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Histology Dissection Expert Biomedical Scientist to join a busy cellular pathology service in Oxford. This is a full-time, ongoing contract with an immediate start for a senior dissector.

The role involves expert macroscopic dissection, specimen description to support accurate diagnosis, and collaboration with consultant histopathologists. HCPC registration and extensive dissection experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientist.
• Significant proven experience in histological dissection, covering A–C categories.
• Sound knowledge of cellular pathology practice in an accredited laboratory.
• Experience supervising or training other dissectors.
• Experience with digital pathology or modern LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert macroscopic dissection and specimen description to support accurate diagnosis.
• Dissect a broad range of specimens from biopsies to complex resections.
• Decide sampling, block selection and handling for each specimen.
• Collaborate with consultant histopathologists and fellow staff.
• Uphold laboratory quality, health and safety, and accreditation standards.
• Support training, supervision and competency assessment of junior staff where appropriate.

Skills

Histological dissection

Cellular pathology

Staff supervision

Digital pathology

LIMS

Education

HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientist

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Histology Dissection Expert Biomedical Scientist – Oxford

Band 7 | £35+ per hour | Full time | Ongoing contract | Immediate start

We are looking for an experienced Histology Dissection Expert Biomedical Scientist to join a busy cellular pathology service in Oxford. This is a full-time, ongoing contract and a good fit for a senior dissector who wants to work at expert level in a well-established department.

The role

• Provide expert-level macroscopic dissection and specimen description, to a standard that supports accurate diagnosis
• Dissect a broad range of specimens, from biopsies through to complex resections, working within the relevant clinical guidelines and tissue pathways
• Make sound decisions on sampling, block selection and handling for each specimen
• Work closely with consultant histopathologists, and with colleagues across the laboratory
• Uphold laboratory quality, health and safety, and accreditation standards
• Where appropriate, support the training, supervision and competency assessment of junior staff

About you

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
• Significant, proven experience in histological dissection, covering at least categories A–C
• Sound knowledge of cellular pathology practice, including working in an accredited laboratory
• Experience supervising or training other dissectors
• Experience of digital pathology or a modern LIMS