Job Description

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 exposure to a wide array of surgical specimens including frozen section dissection. Most importantly you will thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, where we prioritize training and career progression, with dedicated mentors to support your journey.
What We Need from You?o Commenced the Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection Pathology, or equivalent dissection experience.o A solid histology background, embedding, microtomy, frozen sections, special staining, and quality control.o Desirable experience in problem solving and staff management
If you are not currently working at Band 7 level, please don't worry. We also welcome applications from qualified, HCPC-registered Band 6 Biomedical Scientists who have completed their IBMS Specialist Portfolio and are eager to progress their career into a Band 7 Advanced Dissection role. We offer training at Band 6 Annex U to support your development.
Don't wait, apply to work with us today!
Main duties of the job

• Provide and co-ordinate specialist clinical technical services to patients that may includeresearch and audit samples.
• To undertake the day to day management of the dissection are and specimen receptionsections within the laboratory.
• To develop and improve professional expertise and specialist skills.
• To provide the necessary training and supervision to staff within the section and visiting staff as required (medical, scientific and other staff).
• To provide and co-ordinate specialist clinical technical and scientific services to patientsthat may include research and audit.
• To develop the service implementing new ideas to ensure that the roles change accordingto the changing clinical and research needs under the guidance of medical staff and themanagement team.
• To actively participate in the training programmes required for the advanced dissectionrole.

About us
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 2025/26, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
Monday 2 February 2026Monday 2 March 2026Monday 13 April 2026Monday 11 May 2026Monday 1 June 2026Monday 6 July 2026Monday 3 August 2026Monday 7 September 2026Monday 5 October 2026Monday 2 November 2026Monday 7 December 2026
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
Details
Date posted
22 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
41,922 to 63,176 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-NWLP-369
Job locations
Charing Cross Hospital
London
W6 8RF
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the attachment with the job advert. Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education
Essential

• HCPC Registration
• MSc, FIBMS or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Demonstrable extensive relevant experience post HCPC registration in relevant discipline

Desirable

• Management training
• IBMS Diploma of Expert or Advanced Practice in Histological Dissection

Skills
Essential

• Advanced practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
• Prepared to work with biological materials.
• Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
• Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work

Experience
Essential

• Use of Pathology computer systems
• Evidence and experience of quality management systems, audits and document control
• Evidence and experience of quality control, assurance and governance
• Evidence of experience of training staff
• Knowledge of all aspects of specialist subject .Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a large busy pathology laboratory

Person Specification
Education
Essential

• HCPC Registration
• MSc, FIBMS or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Demonstrable extensive relevant experience post HCPC registration in relevant discipline

Desirable

• Management training
• IBMS Diploma of Expert or Advanced Practice in Histological Dissection

Skills
Essential

• Advanced practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
• Prepared to work with biological materials.
• Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
• Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work

Experience
Essential

• Use of Pathology computer systems
• Evidence and experience of quality management systems, audits and document control
• Evidence and experience of quality control, assurance and governance
• Evidence of experience of training staff
• Knowledge of all aspects of specialist subject .Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a large busy pathology laboratory

Skills Required