Healthcare Science Associate
The closing date is 23 June 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the blood sciences team at Northumbria Healthcare as a Healthcare Science Associate.
Healthcare Science Associate works as part of the pathology team. They will be responsible for performing a range of scientific procedures on biological samples, contributing to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases, and the investigation of other pathological processes. This role contributes to the production of accurate and timely results, whilst supporting the ongoing development of pathology services.
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.
Roles & Responsibilities
* Work within a Pathology service providing diagnostic support to acute hospitals, community services, and primary care.
* Perform a variety of clerical and administrative tasks.
* Perform a range of routine technical procedures on biological samples under the guidance of a Biomedical Scientist/Team Leader/Manager, adhering to the SOPs.
* Undertake a variety of manual, semi-automated and automated procedures requiring skill and manual dexterity.
* Ensure urgent samples are prioritised.
* Participate in laboratory rotation through appropriate areas of the department.
* Supervise and support Healthcare Science Assistants.
* Carry out basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
* Perform general housekeeping duties including maintaining stock, reagent preparation, cleaning, and waste disposal.
* Support pathology services operating across multiple Trust sites and providing a 24/7 service.
Qualifications
* 5 GCSEs level A - C or 9-4 (must include Maths and English)
* IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part II, Foundation Degree Certificate or equivalent qualification (e.g. HND/HNC)
* Evidence of CPD
Experience and Knowledge
* Knowledge and understanding of the role of Pathology in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
* Previous experience of working in a Pathology laboratory
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.
Address
Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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