Technical Histology Specialist

Kings College London; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kings College London is seeking a highly qualified researcher with a PhD or equivalent histology experience. The role emphasizes hands-on histology, sample preparation, staining, and advanced imaging data analysis.

You will contribute to high-quality research outputs and collaborate across projects while mentoring others in histological techniques. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative academic environment, uphold rigorous QA/QC standards and communicate complex findings

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant subject area or equivalent research experience.
• Hands-on histology with sample preparation and staining.
• Experience with microscopy and imaging data acquisition, analysis and interpretation.
• Experience with quality assurance and quality control in a lab to ensure data integrity and reproducibility.
• Technical problem-solving skills including maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment; ability to optimise workflows.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands and manage multiple projects to deadlines.
• Experience training or mentoring others in histological techniques.

Skills

PhD qualified

Histology techniques

Microscopy & imaging data analysis

QA/QC in lab

Troubleshooting lab equipment

Scientific communication

Independent project management

Training/mentoring histology

Automated sample processing experience

High-content slide scanners experience

Education

PhD in relevant subject

Tools

Automated processors

Embedding systems

Staining equipment

High-content slide scanners

Job description

About you

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

• PhD qualified in relevant subject area, or equivalent experience gained in a research setting.
• Demonstrable hands-on histology experience with sample preparation and staining techniques.
• Experience in microscopy and other imaging modalities, including the acquisition, analysis and interpretation of imaging data.
• Experience of working to quality assurance and quality control standards within a laboratory or research environment, demonstrating a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure data integrity and reproducibility across workflows.
• Demonstrable technical problem-solving skills, with experience maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment and optimising workflows to ensure high-quality and reliable research outputs.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical and scientific information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences through reports, publications and presentations.
• Demonstrable ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands, and manage multiple projects or activities simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Experience of training, mentoring or supporting others in histological techniques and laboratory procedures.

Desirable criteria

• Practical experience with automated preparation systems such as sample processors, embedding systems and staining equipment
• Practical experience working with high-content slide scanners and data

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further Information

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