Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed HCPC-registered biomedical scientist with a molecular pathology and histopathology background, to join our busy and highly specialised Neuropathology department.
We are a leading academic and diagnostic department, providing a wide range of specialist diagnostic services to the National Hospital (NHNN) and academic and research services to UCL. The Department also receives a substantial number of specialist referrals, including advanced molecular pathology tests. The Department has seen significant recent investments into diagnostic equipment and is accredited to ISO 15189 standards.
The post holder will be working in partnership with a team of molecular pathology and histology biomedical scientists. The post holder will be working predominantly, but not limited to, a specialist Neuropathology laboratory with a section dedicated to molecular pathology, and interact with other members of the neuro-histology laboratory. The post holder will report to the senior molecular pathology BMS, and ultimately to the head BMS and is accountable to the Head of the Division of Neuropathology. The post has been created to maintain and expand our rapid and high-quality diagnostic service. We encourage applications from individuals with strong commitment to contribute developing, managing and delivering high quality service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for:
- Performing molecular pathology analysis of diagnostic surgical pathology specimens for the UCLH Trust and for national referrals.
- Performing various complex tests in the clinical molecular diagnostics laboratory according to laboratory policies and procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements in order to provide results of the highest level of quality to pathologists, clinicians and their patients.
- Managing complex data sets as part of the routine molecular diagnostics
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The post is available immediately. Starting salary on the UCLH band 5 scale in the range £34,089 -£41,498 per annum dependant on experience, including the inner London allowance
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The post is available immediately. Starting salary on the UCLH band 5 scale in the range £34,089 -£41,498 per annum dependant on experience, including the inner London allowance
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Certification
Essential
- BSc in Medical Laboratory Science (minimum 2:1) or a related discipline
- State registration with HCPC
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- To have completed post registration training and gained experience in an accredited diagnostic Clinical Pathology laboratory
- Evidence of continued professional development (CDP)
- Health and safety Legislation and knowledge of Quality assurance and requirements of ISO 15189 or 9001 Quality Management Systems.
- Knowledge of basic management techniques
- Experience of molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, etc)
- Demonstrable understanding of the importance of audit/quality control
- Familiarity with the guidelines of the Human Tissue Act and the use of human tissue
- Understanding of patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
- Experience of external accreditation inspections
Desirable
- Experience of teaching junior staff
- Knowledge of the working of NHS Clinical Pathology laboratories
- Experience of histological techniques (tissue sectioning, paraffin-embedding, staining, etc)
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Good scientific & analytical skills in molecular biology, including standard and advanced technologies.
- Ability to organise and manage own workload and meet deadlines
- IT proficiency: working knowledge of standard office programs and MS Teams
- Excellent organisational and record keeping skills
- The ability to work accurately and methodically
- Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting.
Desirable
- Strong problem-solving abilities
Personal and people development
Essential
- Enthusiastic, self-confident and flexible, showing positive attitude to both individual & teamwork
- Willingness to work flexible/unsocial hours on occasion
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Certification
Essential
- BSc in Medical Laboratory Science (minimum 2:1) or a related discipline
- State registration with HCPC
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- To have completed post registration training and gained experience in an accredited diagnostic Clinical Pathology laboratory
- Evidence of continued professional development (CDP)
- Health and safety Legislation and knowledge of Quality assurance and requirements of ISO 15189 or 9001 Quality Management Systems.
- Knowledge of basic management techniques
- Experience of molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, etc)
- Demonstrable understanding of the importance of audit/quality control
- Familiarity with the guidelines of the Human Tissue Act and the use of human tissue
- Understanding of patient confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
- Experience of external accreditation inspections
Desirable
- Experience of teaching junior staff
- Knowledge of the working of NHS Clinical Pathology laboratories
- Experience of histological techniques (tissue sectioning, paraffin-embedding, staining, etc)
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Good scientific & analytical skills in molecular biology, including standard and advanced technologies.
- Ability to organise and manage own workload and meet deadlines
- IT proficiency: working knowledge of standard office programs and MS Teams
- Excellent organisational and record keeping skills
- The ability to work accurately and methodically
- Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting.
Desirable
- Strong problem-solving abilities
Personal and people development
Essential
- Enthusiastic, self-confident and flexible, showing positive attitude to both individual & teamwork
- Willingness to work flexible/unsocial hours on occasion
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery (NHNN)
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
