Why you should join our team
The Cellular Pathology Department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is a forward‑thinking, innovative and continually improving service. We were the first laboratory in the UK to digitally scan 100% of surgical slides and also introduced the UK's first automated tissue sectioners. We are a regional Cellular Pathology Genomics Centre and a pilot site for the Cancer Vaccine Launch Pad, supported by dedicated Transformation and Pathology Technology & Innovation Leads. As a large teaching hospital, we offer a supportive and collaborative working environment with a strong emphasis on training, development and progression for staff at all levels. The department processes a wide range of specialist work and provides Histopathology, Non‑Gynae Cytology, Andrology, Muscle, Nerve, Immunohistochemistry, Molecular and Mortuary services. There are excellent opportunities to contribute to innovation, quality improvement and service development while working alongside experienced and committed colleagues. We have UKAS accreditation to ISO15189:2022 standards.
What you will bring to the role
* HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist with extensive post‑registration experience in Cellular Pathology
* A relevant MSc, Higher Specialist Diploma or equivalent Level 7 qualification (or equivalent Level 7 experience)
* Experience of leading and coordinating technical activities within a specialist laboratory section
* Ability to undertake highly specialist clinical technical investigations requiring complex analysis and interpretation
* Experience of validating and authorising technical work to professional and regulatory standards
* Commitment to staff training, development and competency assessment
* Experience of contributing to quality activities such as UKAS accreditation, audit, EQA, validation and risk management
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex or sensitive information effectively
* Ability to deputise
Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate technical activities within a specialist laboratory section.
* Contribute to departmental management activities and support senior staff.
* Apply a proactive approach to service improvement and maintain high standards of patient care.
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application.
EEO Statement
We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We're dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient‑centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable, Empowered. All our actions and endeavours are guided and evaluated through these values. We're committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We're looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships.
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