Advanced Biomedical Scientist
Closing date is 22 April 2026.
We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and forward‑thinking Advanced Biomedical Scientist to lead the development, coordination, and delivery of Digital Pathology within our Cellular Pathology department. This new post offers an exciting opportunity to shape digital workflows and support the transition to a fully integrated digital pathology service. The successful applicant will help embed digital processes into routine operations and contribute to ongoing service modernisation.
Working closely with the slide production section, the post holder will have significant Cellular Pathology experience and demonstrate strong leadership and organisational skills. Our service is one of the largest in the country, including Histology, Diagnostic Cytology, Neuropathology, Research and Innovation laboratories, and Mortuary Services. We are a specialist centre receiving high referral volumes and supporting diagnostic pathways across the North East and North Cumbria (NENC) Pathology Network. We also work closely with Integrated Laboratory Medicine, including the Genetics Laboratory Hub, as the regional Cellular Pathology Genomic Centre.
The successful candidate will join the management and scientific leadership team, contributing to timely, accurate, high quality service delivery. The department is UKAS ISO15189 accredited and HTA licensed; experience in these areas and in digital pathology is advantageous.
Main duties of the job
* Lead, coordinate, and further develop the department's digital pathology service.
* Provide specialist scientific knowledge and work as a member of the team to assess, plan, and contribute to the provision of a specialised service.
* Work collaboratively with the slide production team to optimise workflow, quality, and timely digital slide availability.
* Act as a specialist resource for digital pathology, providing training, guidance, and troubleshooting support to scientific, technical, and clinical staff.
* Ensure laboratory diagnostic tests and procedures are performed accurately and efficiently, validate results microscopically and use judgement in determining if further tests/procedures are necessary.
* Ensure that the section conforms to all internally and externally defined quality standards, investigate non‑compliances, instigate remedial action, and report such events to the Deputy/Operational manager and/or Quality Manager as appropriate.
* Conduct staff appraisal (for specified BMS and HCSA grades) and set objectives and personal development plans.
* Support staff well‑being and sickness absence policies including return‑to‑work interviews and counselling meetings as required.
* Responsible for daily staff supervision, coordination and work allocation in section in an effective manner to maintain efficient continuity of service.
Qualifications & Education
* MSc in Biomedical Sciences or an equivalent qualification (e.g. HSD)
* BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification
* Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration
Knowledge & Experience
* Previous experience and knowledge in Cellular Pathology gained as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist
* Training and Leadership experience through work‑based practice and/or course attendance
* Knowledge and experience of Laboratory Accreditation and governance (e.g. UKAS ISO15189 and Human Tissue Authority (HTA))
Skills & Abilities
* Keyboard and IT related skills
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.
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