Lead Biomedical Scientist – Immunohistochemistry (IHC)

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave allowance

Flexible working

Protected health hours

Job summary

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Lead Biomedical Scientist to head the Immunohistochemistry (IHC) section within Cellular Pathology in Salford. The role combines leadership, hands-on IHC expertise, and quality improvement to drive service excellence.

You will manage daily operations, mentor staff, validate antibodies, and implement new techniques while ensuring compliance with ISO 15189:2022 and health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners.
• Strong IHC background with protocol development and validation.
• Familiar with ISO 15189:2022 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of BMS and APs in IHC processes.
• Troubleshoot IHC testing; validate antibodies; develop new techniques and processes.
• Participate in quality management activities including audits and data analysis.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and maintain equipment.
• Contribute to ISO 15189:2022 standards compliance.

Skills

IHC expertise

Leadership

Quality management

Staff training

Education

Biomedical Science degree

HCPC Registration

Job description

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Lead Biomedical Scientist to head the Immunohistochemistry (IHC) section within Cellular Pathology in Salford. The role combines leadership, hands-on IHC expertise, and quality improvement to drive service excellence.

You will manage daily operations, mentor staff, validate antibodies, and implement new techniques while ensuring compliance with ISO 15189:2022 and health and safety regulations.