Senior Research Technician (Histology)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Research Technician to lead a dynamic histology team in London. This role involves overseeing histological and immunohistochemical techniques on research specimens while managing a dedicated team. You'll be instrumental in training staff, optimizing workflows, and ensuring high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. With a generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, and additional benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in a supportive atmosphere. If you're passionate about histology and ready to make an impact, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

41 Days Holiday

Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Defined Benefit Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

On-site Gym

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in diagnostic and research histology environments.
• Demonstrable experience in setting up staining protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead the IQPath facility team and manage histological work.
• Oversee staff, deliver training, and handle customer relations.

Skills

Histological Techniques

Immunohistochemical Techniques

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Science

Tools

Automated Immunostaining Systems

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24.04.2025

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08.06.2025

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About the role

We are recruiting for a Senior Research Technician to lead the IQPath facility team and carry out histological and immunohistochemical techniques on research and diagnostic specimens. You will oversee the management of the facility and its staff (currently two-three technician staff and variable student numbers) and perform histological work. You’ll manage and distribute the workload, deliver staff training, and be responsible for customer relations and billing, liaising with the PI and Head Biomedical Scientist in the Division of Neuropathology as necessary.

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

The role is available from 04 June and funded until 31 March 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 ().

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Francesca Launchbury ().

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

We expect to hold interviews on 30 April between 10:00 - 14:00.

About you

You’ll have an undergraduate degree (minimum 2:1) in science, or a related discipline, extensive experience of working in a diagnostic and/or research histology environment, and be highly skilled in histological techniques, with a high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge.

Demonstrable experience of setting up staining protocols, and managing automated immunostaining systems is essential, as are excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, and the ability to meet targets and deadlines.

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
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service