Junior Biomedical Scientist

2 weeks ago


Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Junior Biomedical Scientist (no Biomedical scientist State Registration needed) to be part of the Integrated Pathology Unit team. The successful applicant will have a practical knowledge of histology lab procedures, including immunohistochemistry and an understanding of tissue preparation for molecular analyses. Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills are essential for the role and advanced computer skills would be an advantage but not essential.

For further information please contactEmma Perkins (Programme Manager, )

Main duties of the job

To maintain instrumentation and equipment in good working order. To ensure laboratory housekeeping tasks are carried out routinely including stock checking To write and review Standard Operating Procedures, and to ensure that work is carried out in line with these.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

To work in a flexible, but organised manner. To meet objectives within predetermined timescales. To communicate effectively with other members of the Centre of Molecular Pathology, the Clinical Research Team staff, and all other Trust staff and ICR collaborators. To take an interest in the relevant literature and assess and implement developments molecular methods and immunohistochemical procedures as appropriate. Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Experience of working in all areas of relevant routine or research laboratory, following SOPs and health & safety policies and ability to train others on these Ability to conduct work independently according to a protocol. Ability to work in line with deadlines, as necessary, and prioritise workload effectively Ability to plan ahead and schedule experiments in a timely manner and coordinate independently with collaborators when necessary Adheres to agreed working hours and is punctual Detail-oriented and ability to troubleshoot daily problems. Good knowledge and practical application of main Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Power Point).

Desirable

Experience and expertise in sectioning FFPE blocks and in H&E staining. Basic understanding of microscopy, digital image capturing, immunohistochemistry and molecular pathology methods.

Personal Qualities

Essential

Possess a flexible, responsible and enthusiastic attitude to work. Ability to work as part of a team Willing to undergo relevant training if needed as well as keep up with professional development & innovations Displays excellent written and oral communications skills

Specific Experience

Essential

Bachelor's degree level of education relevant to the role Understanding of need for service quality & compliance with SOP's and relevant standards Understanding & experience of handling sensitive information
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