Senior Anatomical Pathology Research Technician

UCL; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UCL is seeking an experienced Anatomical Pathological Research Technician to join the Queen Square Brain Bank. The role involves curating a unique human tissue resource aimed at advancing research in neurodegenerative diseases, with responsibilities in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should hold a degree in Biomedical Science or a related field, with relevant laboratory experience and strong communication skills. This position offers extensive benefits, including 41 days of holiday and a defined benefit pension scheme.

Benefits

41 Days holiday

Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme

Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

Immigration loan

On-site nursery

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Employee assistance programme

Discounted medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in mortuaries as an Anatomical Pathology Technician.
• Strong understanding of laboratory and mortuary safety standards.
• Methodical and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the curation of human post-mortem nervous system tissue.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team at the Queen Square Brain Bank.
• Advanced diagnostics and research in neurodegenerative diseases.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Biomedical Science, Anatomy, or related discipline

Job description

About us

The Department of Clinical and Movement Neurosciences is a world-leading group that brings together expertise across the clinical and basic science spectrum of the physiology and pathology of human movement and movement disorders.

The Queen Square Brain Bank (QSBB), based in the Department, houses one of the largest collections of brains with neurodegenerative diseases in Europe. This unique tissue resource was established through generous donation by patients and with the support of their families. The QSBB has well-established protocols for brain donation and prospectively collects cohorts from the PROSPECT study and MRC 1946 cohorts and other bespoke cohorts of neurodegenerative disease including chronic traumatic encephalopathy.

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Anatomical Pathological Research Technician to join the team at the QSBB. You will assist with the curation of a unique human post-mortem nervous system tissue resource, helping to advance diagnostics and research in neurodegenerative diseases.

You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team including histology and research technicians, administrators, neuroscientists, and clinicians at the QSBB-one of the oldest and largest brain banks in the world.

An honorary contract will be sought from UCLH NHS Foundation Trust, for which a DBS check will be required.

The role is available immediately and is funded by a grant from the Reta Lila Weston Trust for two years in the first instance.

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ( [e-mail] ).

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Professor Tom Warner ( [e-mail] ) and Natalie Woodman ( [e-mail] ).

A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.

About you

You will have a degree in Biomedical Science, Anatomy, or a related discipline, along with proven experience working in mortuaries as an Anatomical Pathology Technician. General laboratory competence and a strong understanding of laboratory and mortuary safety standards, quality control procedures, and relevant NHS regulatory requirements are essential. Equally important is the proven ability to deliver work to agreed standards, demonstrating a methodical and reliable approach, and excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Institute prides itself on operating in an all-inclusive environment irrespective of personal, physical, or social characteristics. Teamwork is highly valued, individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and we are committed to advancing the careers of everyone. 12% of Institute staff are actively working on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives; visit"our EDI website" for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an Athena SWAN Silver award , in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce; these include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender diverse people in all roles, and women in Grade 9 and 10 roles.