Biomedical Scientist Specialising in Histopathology

Job summary
We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a talented Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our diverse, highly motivated and friendly team. Our team is dedicated to delivering the highest quality service to patients across the region and we are looking for someone who shares this commitment to excellence.

The ideal candidate must be HCPC registered and have either completed or be working towards the IBMS specialist portfolio, or possess equivalent experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Biomedical Scientist ready to take the next step in their career.

Our department is a busy and dynamic environment, processing approximately 33,000 histology and 1,800 diagnostic cytology samples each year. The Conquest Hospital is our main site, where we conduct a wide range of procedures including specimen dissection, centralised tissue processing, microtomy, staining, immunohistochemistry and diagnostic cytology preparation. Additionally, we have a satellite site at Eastbourne DGH where specimen dissection is also performed.

Our facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art technology through a Managed Service Contract, featuring cutting-edge equipment such as Epredia Revos Tissue Processors, Menarini E-Gross Pro X grossing stations, ThermoScientific HM525NX Cryostats, Sakura Prisma staining machine with a film coverslipper, Ventana Benchmark Ultra, Ventana Benchmark Ultra Plus, Ventana Benchmark Special Stains and Hammamatsu Nanozoomer digital scanners.

Main duties of the job
As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you'll be experienced and operating as a Biomedical Scientist within Histopathology, in line with ISO 15189 standards and you'll have rotated across the department, providing scientific services to patients and customers to aid pathological diagnosis. You'll deputise for senior team members, assist in workflow management, support with the management of documentation, and general overall performance. You'll also play a vital role in the training and development of junior scientific staff.

We support and encourage our Specialist Biomedical Scientists to undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities, which could be internal talks and seminars, as well as attending approved courses. We have a dedicated Training officer within our department. The department has full HCPC training status for pre and post registration IBMS portfolios, and full ISO 15189 accreditation.

In addition to the brief list above you must familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification attached to this advert prior to applying.

If you are a motivated, dynamic individual who embraces change and seeks to contribute to a forward-thinking department, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join us in making a meaningful impact on patient care in our region.

About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

Person Specification
Essential Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent
• State Registration (Health Professionals Council)
• Postgraduate specialised training evidenced by completion of IBMS specialist portfolio or equivalent experience
• Demonstrable knowledge and skills achieved through ongoing professional development and attendance on educational and practical courses e.g. immunohistochemistry update courses etc

Desirable Qualifications

• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• IBMS diplomas of extended practice

Essential Experience

• Significant amount of experience of working in a Histology department
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Commitment to the ethos of a health care environment

Essential Skills

• Ability to work to code of conduct for the Institute of Biomedical Scientists and HCPC
• Highly developed histological skills and techniques
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures as applied in Pathology
• Sound knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice including UKAS standards
• Good communications and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and use of Pathology computer system; strong command of Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Capable of working as part of a team to maintain a diagnostic service
• Working on own initiative and managing own workload
• Ability to carry out special stains and immunohistochemistry
• Ability to cut and stain frozen sections
• Good concentration skills
• Capable of working in difficult environmental conditions
• Must have effective written and oral communication skills
• Able to use specialist laboratory equipment and perform a range of tests appropriate to the post demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and attain targets and deadlines
• Able to recognise errors and mistakes, making serious attempts to rectify and learn from them
• Ability to undertake independent study to develop technical and practical skills in Cellular Pathology
• Adopt a positive approach to CPD and be able to demonstrate an interest in Biomedical Science and Cellular Pathology
• To maintain a professional development portfolio in Cellular Pathology

Desirable Skills

• Capable of working with minimum supervision after State Registration
• Knowledge and use of data extraction programmes such as Corvu

Working Pattern: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
Reference number: 374-EDCG3626-A
Closing date: 03 November 2026

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Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.