Advanced Biomedical Scientist and QCO - Cellular Pathology
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At Moorfields, people’s sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible.
YOU MAKE US MORE
Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
At Moorfields, people’s sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible.
For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence.
We're also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it’s pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we’re united by one mission—delivering world-class eye health, sustainably and at scale.
And we’re just getting started.
Construction is well underway on our groundbreaking new centre in Camden, a joint initiative between Moorfields Eye Hospital, UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity This modern, flexible facility will bring together eye care, research, and education under one roof—enabling transformative innovation and collaboration like never before.
Could you be part of this future? Make us more.
Job Overview
An exiting opportunity for an experienced Biomedical Scientist to join a small team delivering Highly Specialised Ophthalmic Cellular Pathology, within the recently acquired Moorfields Department of Eye Pathology.
Part of the National Specialist Ophthalmic Pathology Service (NSOPS), the laboratory in London serves the south of England for all qualifying NHS specimens, but also Private practice and research and charitable cases.
This challenging role would suit a dynamic, organised and confident individual whom is looking to expand their knowledge in this relatively niche fields, whilst bring suitable transferrable skills and new ideas with them.
We strongly advocate potential candidates arranging a visit to the department.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work with departmental and related teams to ensure the delivery of an effective eye pathology service.
Key duties include providing an efficient, high quality support service to the department, liaising with service users and other directorates. This post has a defined focus on Quality Management and comprises a Quality Compliance role, working with - and providing challenge to - the Laboratory Manager to ensure the QMS is maintained.
As a Band 7 Senior Biomedical Scientist the post holder will be responsible for the delivery of diagnostic medical laboratory service which achieves the combined objectives of efficient and effective patient care.
Performing essential technical duties for the department, responsibility for data entry, specimen reception and processing, section cutting, staining, immunohistochemistry techniques, maintenance and QMS tasks and supporting pathologists in providing a reliable and accurate diagnostic service.
Diagnostic specimens provide the bulk of the work, but human and animal research tissue represents an additional important source of activity.
The successful candidate is expected to have the ability and commitment to expand the role as required in response to changing needs, supporting the Department of Eye Pathology in its delivery of an excellent service.
Working for our organisation
This role is based at our City Road site.
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
* Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
* Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
* Free 24/7 independent counselling service
* Learning and development opportunities
* Easy and quick transport links
* A range of attractive benefits and discounts
* Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
* Free Pilates classes
* Full support and training to develop your skills
* Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Main Responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Ensure that documentation is maintained to the Unit standard (including electronic records).
* To demonstrate awareness and compliance with Moorfields policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others.
* Identify and report clinical and non-clinical risks so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the risk management policy.
* To plan and prioritise the scientific workload of the section on a day-to-day basis.
* To provide a comprehensive and appropriate laboratory service to patients and staff.
* To possess highly developed, advanced specialist scientific skills, and use these to drive innovation and improvement of the unit.
* To ensure that the laboratory standard operational and health and safety policies are understood and carried out by all staff, always.
* Responsible for the maintenance, condition, quality control and record keeping of stains, instruments, solutions and equipment associated with the unit.
* Leading on and monitoring all aspects of Quality Management and Audit within the Unit.
* To be proactive in the generation and updating of all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and associated documentation.
* To assist in the implementation and development of new and existing techniques and the validation steps commensurate with those methodologies.
* Assist in the implementation, development and evaluation of new and existing techniques.
* Responsible for the maintenance and calibration of equipment, particularly when working autonomously.
* Adaptation of methodologies and working practices as required, in both foreseen and unforeseen circumstances.
* Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills, at first under supervision, enabling standards to be monitored constantly and improved where necessary.
* Record and report incidents/complaints involving staff, specimens and visitors in accordance with local policies and may lead in any investigations as required.
* To provide scientific advice and act as a resource both internally and externally.
* To maintain an awareness of current developments especially with regard to any special areas of responsibility.
* Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills by participating in the Appraisal process and Objective setting.
* Be familiar with, and follow all, core policies such as sickness reporting, annual leave requesting, health and safety and so forth.
* Be familiar with the Health and Safety policies of Moorfields and the unit and ensure that they are followed to maintain a safe working environment for all employees and visitors.
* Participate fully as a team member, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, including support staff to promote a cohesive laboratory team and the achievement of team objectives.
* Deputise for the line Manager as required.
* The supervision of all grades of scientific and support staff in the section.
* Undertake the appraisal of other members of staff through the Appraisal process as required.
* Responsible for the conduct of all staff being supervised in respect to their timekeeping, behaviour and safety. Report any problems to the line manager, should they arise.
* Must develop and improve scientific expertise, which may be via Continuing Professional Development (CPD) within an appraisal and/or competency programme.
* Maintain a portfolio of relevant developments achieved.
* To participate in the organisation of scientific teaching programmes.
* Design and deliver training to staff within the unit - both junior and research staff.
* Undertake suitable training and development programmes to successfully acquire core competencies and thereafter maintain the required standards of competence when undertaking duties.
* Maintain your Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Responsibility- Information Resources
* Undertake relevant training for electronic information systems in place (and under development) and be familiar and proficient with the use of the information technology systems within the unit.
* To have an active e-mail account.
* To ensure that information technology is not used for nefarious activities, in line with Moorfields policies.
* Ensure the continued compliance with both National and International Information Governance requirements and legislation.
* Maintain patient records to the standard always demanded by the DEP and to ensure that RCPath guidance is adhered to always.
Responsibility- Patient / Client Care
* To enter patient information and test results onto the laboratory information system safely and reliably.
* To always maintain patient confidentiality, ensuring appropriate Governance is observed.
* To always handle and care for patient samples with the upmost respect and dignity.
* To deal with requests from Patients, Clinicians and others with courtesy and politeness, regardless of the situation.
Responsibility- Research and development
* Participate in the collection of audit and research data and undertake evaluation as required.
* To validate and verify equipment, methods and protocols within specialist section(s).
* To undertake a supervisory role and help to lead research projects within the unit.
* To deliver research histology to the standard demanded by the DEP.
* To deal with research staff with professionalism and courtesy, regardless of the situation.
* Work independently, as a lead specialist in any one area and may manage a team.
Other Duties
* Be familiar with, and ensure compliance to, the Trust’s Health & Safety and Infection Control policies.
* Maintain a safe working environment for self, all other staff members, patients, and their relatives.
* Keep areas clean and free from clutter.
* Report all adverse incidents via trust Safeguard reporting system.
* Keep up to date with all mandatory training.
* Attend regular staff meetings in the Pathology department.
* To be an active and engaged member of the team, helping wherever needed with good teamwork and bearing.
Person specification
Education And Qualifications
Essential criteria
* HCPC registration
* Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology
* MSc, FIBMS or equivalent in relevant discipline And/or Demonstrable extensive relevant experience post HCPC registration in current Cellular Pathology methodologies
Desirable criteria
* Progression towards Higher Specialist
* QMS Qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
* Experience of working independently and managing priorities whilst also being an active member of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to the effective operation of the team
* Experience of designing, developing, maintaining, reviewing and improving administrative, management processes and information systems
Desirable criteria
* Experience of working in a busy and demanding department
* Experience running QMS
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* In depth knowledge and experience of all aspects of Histopathology.
* Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work.
Desirable criteria
* Excellent IT skills, including email, the internet, software, and particular strength in Excel, Word and using databases
Skills/abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to organise own workload and meet deadlines
* Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with colleagues and other parties
* The ability to assess a situation and take appropriate follow-up action including being able to prioritise under pressure, work accurately and meet tight deadlines, exercising initiative and working independently as appropriate
* Ability to be discrete and maintain confidentiality in accordance with current Data Protection legislation
Desirable criteria
* Good problem-solving skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.
Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net.
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
* Job Description. (PDF, 272.4KB)
* Person Specification (PDF, 72.7KB)
* Staff Benefits (PDF, 865.7KB)
* MEH Privacy Notice (PDF, 138.0KB)
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Further details / informal visits contact
Name Heribert Mangalus Job title Chief Biomedical Scientist Email address heribert.mangalus@nhs.net Telephone number 02077025552
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries
Higher Education
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