Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Integrated Care System; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Exeter is looking for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their team in the Histology Department. The successful candidate will assist in daily operations, perform histological testing, and maintain lab equipment. This position offers a competitive salary, 27 days annual leave increasing to 33, and access to various staff benefits. Interested candidates should provide their HCPC registration journey in the application.

Benefits

27-33 days paid annual leave

Occupational health services

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to staff discounts

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a histology laboratory.
• Knowledge of various histological techniques is essential.
• A strong understanding of health and safety regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of the histology department.
• Perform testing of specimens and interpret histology investigations.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment as required.

Skills

Competent in histological investigations

Knowledge of CPD activity

Team collaboration

Education

IBMS accredited degree

HCPC registration

Job description

Go back Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 12 August 2025

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a competent and experienced state registered Biomedical Scientist to join our wonderful team of Scientists, based in Exeter Histology Department.

To enable us to shortlist candidates please include in your person statement a brief description of your journey to HCPC registration and the latest CPD activity you participated in.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job responsibilities

More information about the role

The post holder will be expected to assist in the day to day running of the department under the supervision of a senior BMS. Be competent and experienced in all relevant methodologies used in histological investigations and techniques. Apply up to date knowledge of histological techniques in undertaking testing of specimens and the interpretation of histology investigations.

Working Pattern:Mon-Friday 0830-1700

Interview Date: Week beginning 10.09.25

Candidates with recent experience in a histology laboratory and holding/ imminently expecting an IBMS accredited degree will be considered for a trainee BMS position Band 5 annex 21 with progression to Band 5 when training is complete.

For further information please contact: Leah Riley Cellular Pathology Manager [e-mail] 01392406403

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust