Calling all experienced Biomedical Scientists! Are you yearning for a career progression, filled with dynamic challenges and a variety of opportunities? Your search ends here!
We are on the hunt for a passionate and experienced Biomedical Scientist to join our Cellular Pathology team based at Charing Cross Hospital. We are a hub of innovation, commitment, and excellence and are looking for you to embark on a rewarding journey with us.
Why Choose Us? You will be handling a diverse workload with a wide array of surgical specimens. You’ll master advanced techniques in Immunohistochemistry, IMF, MOHS, digital pathology, and Renal biopsy. Most importantly you will thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, where we prioritize training and career progression, with dedicated officers to support your journey.
What We Need from You?
Completion of or progress in the specialist portfolio in Cellular Pathology, or equivalent experience.
A solid histology background, embedding, microtomy, frozen sections, special staining, and quality control.
Experience in immunofluorescence, MOHS, and Immunocytochemistry is a huge plus
Don’t quite have the competencies for the band 6 position? No problem, we would look to offer link grades to the right candidates.
Don’t wait, apply to work with us today!
- To maintain the required levels of laboratory safety and good laboratory practice, as specified in local and national guidelines.
- To work with biomedical scientists and clinical scientists in the provision of a comprehensive and effective Cellular Pathology service for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, as directed by the Head of the Department.
- To participate in the efficient handling, processing and analysis of samples in the laboratory, under supervision.
- To maintain effective records of all activities and procedures, and to contribute towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system.
- To check, keep clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
- To carry out supervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff.
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2024/25, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
- Monday 7 July 2025
- Monday 4 August 2025
- Monday 1 September 2025
- Monday 6 October 2025
- Monday 3 November 2025
- Monday 1 December 2025
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Alpana Vithal, Job title: Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager Email address:
[email protected] Telephone number: 020 331 11377
