Job summary
This research position is designed to support an artificial intelligence-assisted digital pathology project to validate in real life the use of a CE approved application to help the identification of metastasis in lymph nodes from patients with breast and colorectal carcinoma. The post holder will also contribute to the implementation of Digital Pathology within the department of cellular pathology.
Main duties of the job
To contribute to main tasks of the of the project including anonymisation of slides, and compliance of NCA and University research governance and data protection policies
To be involved in staff training in the use of whole slide scanners
To have a role in the implementation of digital pathology in diagnostic provision and translational research as well as in a wider range of activities in the field of digital and computational pathology.
This position includes
Support a research project to validate in real-life the CE-approved, market ready Visiopharm application VS90159MDAPP in colorectal and breast carcinoma.
The post holder will be involved in the retrieval of slides, collection of the pathological reports and clinical annotations, randomization distribution of slides to breast and gastro-intestinal pathologists, analysis of data obtained with VS90159MDAPP, and monitoring technical and consultant time using the application ATracker Pro.
The post holder will contribute to the development of DP at the Department of Cellular Pathology at NCA.
A close working collaboration with academics, information technology at the University of Manchester and NHS, and with business partners will also be necessary.
An understanding of Data Protection Act and University and NHS policy legislation's and regulations such as the Human tissue Act is required.
The post holder will be responsible of the daily running of a digital pathology project with minimal supervision
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three
core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a betterwork-life balance.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or IBMS Approved alternative science degree plus post graduate certificate in Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Knowledge of regulations of confidentiality of information in line with the 2018 Data Protection Act requirements and NCA and University policies.
- Specialist knowledge of cellular pathology work procedures
Desirable
- IBMS specialist portfolio in cellular pathology
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2-year experience in digital pathology including specialist,
- Analytical, judgement, basic computational, and technical skills within Cellular Pathology and digital pathology including image analysis.
Desirable
- Previous research experience
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or IBMS Approved alternative science degree plus post graduate certificate in Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Knowledge of regulations of confidentiality of information in line with the 2018 Data Protection Act requirements and NCA and University policies.
- Specialist knowledge of cellular pathology work procedures
Desirable
- IBMS specialist portfolio in cellular pathology
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2-year experience in digital pathology including specialist,
- Analytical, judgement, basic computational, and technical skills within Cellular Pathology and digital pathology including image analysis.
Desirable
- Previous research experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).