Senior Biomedical Scientist, Cellular Pathology
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Main area Cellular Pathology Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 345-CSU7-7951596
Site University Hospital of North Tees Town Stockton on Tees Salary £49,387 - £56,515 £46,148 - £52,809 Pro rata per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 16/06/2026 23:59
Job overview
This advert may close once sufficient number of applications is reached.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and innovative Senior Biomedical Scientist to work in our newly refurbished Cellular pathology department. The post holder will be expected to work closely with other senior staff across pathology to deliver a high quality service to our users.
The successful candidate will be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist. They will have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio and hold an appropriate higher qualification. Applicants must provide evidence of obtaining the relevant higher qualification within 3 months of appointment.
The role will include participation in routine specimen dissection, advanced technical support, supervision and staff management, and a requirement to contribute to the maintenance of departmental UKAS accreditation.
The department operates an extended working day Monday – Friday between 7am and 6pm. The successful candidate will be expected to work on a rotational basis between these hours, which also include a 1:6 Saturday rotation.
The pathology departments at NTH and STH are working collaboratively to develop a joint service with services being delivered on both hospital sites. This requires cross‑site working as appropriate.
Main duties of the job
This is a senior level laboratory post which will include provision of supervision, training and management to provide a technical service which meets both Trust and national standards.
The post holder will be expected to have an in‑depth knowledge of Cellular pathology and be intrinsically involved in quality and service development.
The post holder will be expected to deputise for the relevant Lead scientist as required.
The post holder is expected to participate, as appropriate, in regional and national groups to develop guidelines and support development of Pathology provision across the wider NHS.
The post holder will analyse and process pathology specimens and provide technically accurate results.
The post holder will also participate in routine specimen dissection.
Person specification
Qualifications
* IBMS accredited degree or demonstrated equivalent that must be documented in the application
* HCPC registration
* MSc Biomedical Science (or equivalent eg. IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma)
* Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)
* Management or Leadership Qualification
Experience
* Extensive laboratory experience
* Management / Supervisory experience
* Experience of Quality Management Systems
* Experience of UKAS accreditation
* Evidence of contribution to or management of a service change project
Knowledge and Skills
* Advanced knowledge of laboratory techniques and Biomedical science
* Good working knowledge of Pathology IT systems and IT literate in all modules in MS Office
* Training, mentoring and staff development
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and safety measures
* Planning and organisational skills
* Negotiation and problem solving skills
* Practical management skills
Personal Attributes
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to maintain high levels of concentration
* Able to work unsupervised
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Able to give and receive feedback to individuals
* Able to prepare documents at short notice
Important
Once sufficient applications have been received this vacancy may close early.
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Disability
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