Technical Histology Specialist

King's College London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

King's College London is seeking a Technical Histology Specialist to lead histology services for spatial multi-omic research. The role involves preparing, embedding, sectioning, mounting, staining and imaging tissues, ensuring high-quality, compliant outputs.

The post is full-time (35 hours/week) with an indefinite contract and is onsite on the campus. Collaboration with researchers and technical teams is essential to deliver accurate and reproducible results.

Qualifications

• PhD qualified in relevant subject area, or equivalent experience gained in a research setting.
• Hands-on histology experience with sample preparation and staining techniques.
• Experience in microscopy and imaging data acquisition, analysis and interpretation.
• Experience with QA/QC standards in a laboratory or research environment.
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of histology sample preparation for spatial multi-omic analysis.
• Prepare, embed, section, mount, stain and image tissues.
• Collaborate with researchers to ensure high-quality, customer-focused service.
• Maintain sample integrity and regulatory compliance across workflows.

Skills

Histology techniques

Microscopy

QA/QC

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Training/mentoring

Education

PhD or equivalent experience

Tools

Automated sample processors

Embedding systems

Staining equipment

Slide scanners

Job description

About us

King's Smart Trials Hub (STH) is a globally distinctive multi-omics centre, located at Guys Hospital Campus within Research Infrastructure, part of Research Management and Innovation Directorate at King's College London.

The Hub brings together state-of-the-art spatial and non-spatial 'omics' technologies to enable full molecular profiling of cells, tissues and liquid biopsies and leverages advanced, multi-modal technologies to investigate disease biology at high resolution, supporting the equitable development of personalised therapies.

About the role

We are looking for a Technical Histology Specialist to join our collaborative and multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the delivery of specialist histology services that support innovative spatial multi-omic research.

The role leads on all aspects of histological sample preparation for spatial multi-omic analysis, including processing, embedding, sectioning, mounting, staining and imaging tissues.

Working closely with researchers and technical colleagues, you will ensure the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused service, maintaining the highest standards of sample integrity, technical excellence and regulatory compliance.

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. This is an onsite, facility-based role and the post holder is expected to be on campus for the full working week.

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. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further Information

At King's, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university.

The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension.

£45,031 to £52,514 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance