Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist Main Lab/Cut-up

Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist Main Lab/Cut-up Apply to the Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist Main Lab/Cut-up role at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Job SummaryA post is available in the Histopathology Department which works in a busy modern teaching hospital laboratory with ~70,000 surgical requests per year. The department offers a dynamic team of office, laboratory and consultant pathologist staff, active professional development, expansion into advanced dissection and reporting roles, digital pathology reporting and use of the CEREBRO specimen tracking system. Key responsibilities: Work as a specialist BMS in dissection/reception and section cutting services. Carry out specimen dissection for RcPath categories A‑C. Perform frozen sections and Mohs frozen sections. Support Band 7 staff including supervision, training and quality control. Carry out audits and appraisals. Support staff CPD. Lead small groups of staff, participate in training and mentoring. Contribute to service development and implementation of Lean methodology. Communicate complex technical service information to colleagues and patients. Participate in departmental meetings. Answer telephone enquiries on methodologies and service requirements. Explain results of technical procedures, suggest alternative techniques. Manage own work and prioritise specialised services. Ensure correct patient ID and quality/error logging procedures. Perform histological techniques: fixation, processing, orientation, embedding, sectioning and staining. Assist Pathologists during specimen dissection, maintain cleanliness of work areas. Person Specification – Essential Qualifications: BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent. Specialist Diploma from IBMS or equivalent in histopathology. State registration with Health Professions Council (HPC). Significant postgraduate state registration in a clinical setting. Essential Skills: Able to lead small groups of staff. In‑depth knowledge of histopathology methodologies. Essential Attitudes & Aptitude: Effective role model demonstrating NNUH PRIDE values: People, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence. Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Benefits: Flexible working hours. Fast‑track staff physiotherapy service. Multi‑faith prayer room. Discounted gym memberships. Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement. Wagestream access up to 40% of pay. Free Park & Ride service to NNUH site. Free 24‑hour confidential counselling support. On‑site nursery. On‑site cafés offering staff discounts. Support in career development. Flexible staff bank. Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work and home electronics. Details: Date posted: 10 December 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for ChangeBand: 6Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year (progression post to be Annex 21)Contract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full‑time, flexible working, compressed hours, annualised hoursReference number: 234‑25‑E1437Job locations: Cotman Centre, Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, Norwich, NR4 7UB Applications are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and require a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Skilled‑worker sponsorship is considered for suitable applicants. Employer name: Norfolk and Norwich University HospitalAddress: Cotman Centre, Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, Norwich, NR4 7UBEmployer website: https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr