Job summary
We are seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6 AfC equivalent) to support the operation of the Cellular Pathology Genomic Centre (CPGC). The CPGC plays a key role in the preparation of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue for submission to the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub.
The post holder will undertake pre-analytical procedures, including microtomy, to prepare samples for downstream genomic testing. The role also offers the opportunity to rotate through all sections of the Cellular Pathology Department, performing both core and advanced procedures as required.
Based within the Cellular Pathology Department at Chelsea, the post holder will carry out scientific analytical work on clinical samples, contributing to a high-quality diagnostic service for Trust clinicians, as well as supporting national and international referrals and second-opinion cases.
Main duties of the job
The post is for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, Band 6 AfC Equivalent, to assist in the running of the Cellular Pathology Genomic Centre (CPGC).
The CPGC is responsible for the preparation of formalin-fixed paraffin-was embedded (FFPE) tissue for submission to the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub.
The post holder will perform pre-analytical procedures such as microtomy necessary for the sample preparation for downstream genomic testing.
The post holder will have the opportunity to rotate through all sections of the department, performing both core and advanced procedures as required. The post holder will be responsible for undertaking scientific analytical work on clinical samples within the Cellular Pathology Department at Chelsea, contributing to the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic service for Trust clinicians, as well as for national and international referrals and second-opinion diagnoses.
In addition, the post holder may be required to deputise for a Section Lead in their absence. Duties will include, but are not limited to, specimen processing and preparation, accurate data entry of requests, routine equipment maintenance, and effective liaison with other hospital staff to support service delivery.
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 please refer to the job description and personal specification
Actively participate in the CPGC workload, technical and administrative
Use of microtomes to produce tissue sections and rolls from paraffin wax samples (internal and external samples)
Understanding of specific requirements for tissue sectioning for different tissue types, subsequent diagnostic techniques
Accuracy in ensuring slides are appropriately labelled
Use of automated staining system to produce H&E staining
Basic understanding of routine maintenance of automated H&E staining system
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
Actively participate in the CPGC workload, technical and administrative
Use of microtomes to produce tissue sections and rolls from paraffin wax samples (internal and external samples)
Understanding of specific requirements for tissue sectioning for different tissue types, subsequent diagnostic techniques
Accuracy in ensuring slides are appropriately labelled
Use of automated staining system to produce H&E staining
Basic understanding of routine maintenance of automated H&E staining system
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Educational qualification in mathematics
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to express themselves clearly
- Good telephone manner, diplomatic
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Ability to use in-house IT systems
Desirable
- Ability to use Microsoft software or equivalent
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of personal development
- Able to work unsupervised
Desirable
- Self-confident, contributes to laboratory meetings
- Flexible approach to work
Specific Experience
Essential
- Degree in biomedical science
- HCPC registration
- Experience of working in all areas of relevant routine laboratory
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
Desirable
- Specialist Portfolio or extensive post registration experience.
- Evidence of post registration study
- Able to perform basic training
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to perform complex scientific calculations and data analysis
- Good judgement, analytical, perceptive, eye for detail
- Able to deal with all simple day to day problems and trouble shooting
Desirable
- Awareness of organisational and logistical issues
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to team working
Desirable
- Enthusiasm for job and profession
Specific Experience
Essential
- Full understanding of all laboratory H&S procedures
- Able to work to deadlines
- Full understanding of EQA & IQA and their implications
Clinical responsibility
Essential
- Understanding of relationship between laboratory investigations and clinical practice
- Awareness of clinical significance of laboratory findings and implications for patients
- Ability to extrapolate from basic information to consider additional investigations to perform
- Ability to review anomalous / unexpected findings and take further appropriate action
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Educational qualification in mathematics
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to express themselves clearly
- Good telephone manner, diplomatic
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Ability to use in-house IT systems
Desirable
- Ability to use Microsoft software or equivalent
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of personal development
- Able to work unsupervised
Desirable
- Self-confident, contributes to laboratory meetings
- Flexible approach to work
Specific Experience
Essential
- Degree in biomedical science
- HCPC registration
- Experience of working in all areas of relevant routine laboratory
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
Desirable
- Specialist Portfolio or extensive post registration experience.
- Evidence of post registration study
- Able to perform basic training
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to perform complex scientific calculations and data analysis
- Good judgement, analytical, perceptive, eye for detail
- Able to deal with all simple day to day problems and trouble shooting
Desirable
- Awareness of organisational and logistical issues
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to team working
Desirable
- Enthusiasm for job and profession
Specific Experience
Essential
- Full understanding of all laboratory H&S procedures
- Able to work to deadlines
- Full understanding of EQA & IQA and their implications
Clinical responsibility
Essential
- Understanding of relationship between laboratory investigations and clinical practice
- Awareness of clinical significance of laboratory findings and implications for patients
- Ability to extrapolate from basic information to consider additional investigations to perform
- Ability to review anomalous / unexpected findings and take further appropriate action
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.
