Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Annex 21)

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their Histopathology department. You'll provide scientific services, support documentation management, and train junior staff. This role offers exposure to specialized training and a competitive salary of £38,682 to £46,580 annually. Ideal candidates will have an IBMS accredited degree and current HCPC registration.

Qualifications

• IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences degree or equivalent.
• Current HCPC registration is required.
• Experience in Paediatric Histopathology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate within Histopathology, providing services for pathological diagnosis.
• Deputise for senior team members, managing workflow and documentation.
• Assist in the training and development of scientific staff.

Skills

Understanding of histopathology processes

Experience in Immunohistochemistry

Good understanding of Health and Safety requirements

Guidance and support of junior staff

Education

IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences degree

Current HCPC registration

IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology

Job description

Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Annex 21)

The closing date is 10 November 2025

Whatever you’re looking for in your career, it is all here for you at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. With state‑of‑the‑art facilities, you can advance your career in Histopathology. As the largest Cellular Pathology department in the country, we’re looking for a Specialist BMS (candidates completing their IBMS Specialist Portfolio will also be considered) to join Paediatric Histopathology, where you’ll have the opportunity to work cross‑site, offering exposure to specialist training and experiences, for example, in Muscle Enzyme Histochemistry, Electron Microscopy, Ophthalmic Histopathology.

The departments are also working towards implementing digital imaging to support the Greater Manchester Strategy for Digital Pathology, with equipment due to be validated in 2025.

Pay Scale (Annex 21)

Options pay scales, dependent on holding a professional qualification:

• Up to 12 months prior to completion of training: 75 % of the top of the band
• More than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: 70 % of the top of the band
• More than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: 65 % of the top of the band
• More than three years from completion of training: 60 % of the top of the band

Main Duties

• As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you’ll operate within Histopathology, in line with ISO 15189 standards, and you’ll be rotated across the department, providing scientific services to patients and customers to aid pathological diagnosis.
• You’ll deputise for senior team members, manage workflow, support documentation management, and contribute to overall performance.
• You’ll play a role in the training and development of scientific staff.
• Opportunities to be trained to support dissection of placenta specimens, with cross‑site support.

Job Responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

About Us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3 bn and a workforce of around 30,000. We bring together 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester, Trafford and beyond, championing collaborative working and transformation. Our digitally enabled organisation improves clinical quality, patient and staff experience, operational effectiveness, and drives research and innovation. We are committed to inclusion, equity and sustainability.

Person Specification

Qualification

• IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences degree (or other degree accredited with IBMS)
• Current HCPC registration
• IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology or equivalent level of knowledge/working towards completing IBMS Specialist Portfolio Specialist
• CPD

Knowledge

• Good understanding of Health and Safety requirements within the scope of practice
• Good understanding of histopathology processes
• Good understanding of Quality and Quality Management systems

Training and Experience

• Experience in the day‑to‑day guidance and support of junior staff in undertaking the laboratory workload
• Experience in BMS transfer, embedding, microtomy skills, special stains techniques
• Experience in Immunohistochemistry
• Experience in Paediatric Histopathology

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.

Important Information

£38,682 to £46,580 a year, pro rata (In line with Annex 21)