Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job:
As a Trainee Clinical Scientist in Histopathology at UHS, you will play a key role in supporting high quality diagnostic services while progressing through the National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS) Scientist Training Programme (STP) in Histology. This three‑year programme combines workplace based learning with a master’s degree, enabling you to develop the scientific, clinical and professional skills required for future registration as a Clinical Scientist. As stated in the job description, you will learn how to perform and interpret clinical and specialist scientific processes underpinned by theoretical and applied knowledge and practical experience.
You will join a large, tertiary Cellular Pathology department that forms part of the Southern Counties Pathology network and delivers a busy Mon–Sat, 7am–7pm clinical service. The department provides local and regional specialist services across histopathology, neuropathology, diagnostic cytopathology, research histology, mortuary services and biomedical imaging. It also works closely with molecular pathology and genomics partners as part of the Central and South Genomic Hub and actively promotes scientist led specimen dissection and digital pathology innovation, including participation in the national PathLake programme.
Your work will directly contribute to safe, effective and patient centred care. Trainees are expected to carry out complex scientific and clinical roles, analyse, interpret and compare investigative and clinical option and initiate and undertake innovation, improvement and R&D. Through this, you will support the department’s commitment to high standards of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
You will work closely with the Designated Training Officer, Senior Scientists, and multidisciplinary colleagues across the department. The role involves regular collaboration with technical and scientific staff, other trainee healthcare scientists, and external training providers. As outlined in the job description, trainees will work in specified areas of the department and be responsible to the Designated Training Officer for their own work and progression through the scheme.
What You’ll Do
Detailed job description and main responsibilities:
* Progress through the three‑year Scientist Training Programme, completing all work based competencies and the MSc to achieve eligibility for HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist.
* Undertake a range of clinical and scientific investigations in histopathology, developing high levels of professional competence in the performance, interpretation and safe use of complex laboratory techniques.
* Analyse, interpret and act upon investigative results in accordance with departmental policies, contributing to patient care and supporting multidisciplinary clinical decision making.
* Participate in quality systems, audit, risk management and service improvement activities, including contributing to R&D and innovation within the department.
* Work collaboratively with the Designated Training Officer, Senior Scientists and wider technical teams, rotating through specified areas of Cellular Pathology and partner services as required by the curriculum.
What We’re Looking For
* A committed, in depth interest in scientific practice and its application to direct clinical care.
* Understanding of the role of histopathology in healthcare and disease, and its application in a clinical setting.
* Ability to develop proficiency in routine and complex histopathology techniques, following SOPs accurately and contributing to the development and validation of new methods.
* Ability to make sound scientific and clinical judgments based on complex information that may impact patient care.
Additional information
* The Cellular Pathology service operates a Mon–Sat, 7am–7pm clinical service, and trainees must be able to meet the travel requirements for rotations and academic commitments.
* Mandatory attendance at the designated Higher Education Institution (Manchester Metropolitan University) is required as part of the MSc programme.
* Trainees must comply with all NHS and Trust policies, including health and safety, infection prevention, confidentiality, safeguarding and professional conduct requirements.
* Candidates will only be successful subject to further checks confirming that they meet the required standards set out by the National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS) for the programme, this includes meeting required academic, professional and behavioural expectations throughout the recruitment process.
Trust Values
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Qualifications / Training Required
Essential criteria:
* Degree in relevant science subject, minimum Class 2ii
Desirable criteria:
* MSc or Ph.D. in relevant subject
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential criteria:
* Experience in a scientific laboratory
* Experience in data analysis, interpretation and/or report writing
Desirable criteria:
* Experience in a clinical diagnostic laboratory setting
Aptitudes And Skills Required
Essential criteria:
* To have the knowledge and experience necessary to participate in the provision of a diagnostic clinical service.
* To keep abreast of current understanding of general aspects and develop more specialist knowledge in the discipline.
* To have the ability and motivation to work towards HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist, benefiting patient care.
* To have skills necessary to troubleshoot and develop methods and carry out research projects and audits.
* To possess basic computer skills e.g. Microsoft Office.
* To be a good communicator (oral and written); explaining complex information clearly to a range of staff groups.
* To be able to work both independently and collaboratively with other medical and scientific staff.
* Able to maintain judgement under pressure and meet deadlines and contractual arrangements.
* Able to maintain several tasks simultaneously.
* Organised, decisive and confident.
* Motivated and enthusiastic.
Desirable criteria:
* Publication record in relevant speciality.
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