Job summary
Lancashire and South Cumbria Pathology Service are looking for a Biomedical Scientist with a broad range of skills in Cellular Pathology to join our Digital Team working on the implementation of a network wide LIMS .
You will provide technical and subject matter expertise to the Digital Programme of works. This will include working with the departments to ensure the LIMS solution meets their needs, to integrate with the digital pathology solution and any future automated workflows.
*Please note this vacancy is only available to staff from the following trusts:
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust*
Main duties of the job
You will have extensive knowledge of the different aspects of Cellular Pathology workflows from dissection through to reporting. Working with Cellular Pathology Managers, Consultants and other stakeholders to deliver a standardised and harmonised system for LSC. Youwill use their knowledge and experience to guide, supervise and coordinate standardisation and harmonisation works required for digital projects.
There are two major digital projects currently underway which impact the service delivery in Cellular Pathology, a single network wide LIMS and a whole slide imaging digital pathology implementation. Integration between these two systems will be a key objective for your role.
You will also be instrumental in scoping of future technological improvements to the Cellular Pathology service delivery including automation of laboratory processes. Ensuring that any solutions are compatible with and integrated to the core systems.
About us
You will be joining a highly motivated and friendly team. The team values the contribution of all its members and supports one another. Staff are encouraged to be innovative, inquisitive and not work in silos.
The team is dedicated to bringing about the digital transformation of pathology services. Drawing on experience from a variety of disciplines and professional backgrounds, this inclusive approach not only values every team members input but also enhances creative thinking and problem solving.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties to include but not be limited to:
- To provide technical and subject matter expertise to the Digital Programme of works
- To supervise, direct and train staff within Cellular Pathology workstreams for Digital Projects (to include LIMS and Digital Pathology)
- To support the Digital Team with cellular pathology clinical, regulatory and quality standards, undertake assessments and ensure compliance in Digital systems.
- To supervise and coordinate standardisation and harmonisation works required for digital projects
- To deputise for the Network BMS Technical Lead for Digital Pathology, as required
Please see the attached job description for a detailed view of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties to include but not be limited to:
- To provide technical and subject matter expertise to the Digital Programme of works
- To supervise, direct and train staff within Cellular Pathology workstreams for Digital Projects (to include LIMS and Digital Pathology)
- To support the Digital Team with cellular pathology clinical, regulatory and quality standards, undertake assessments and ensure compliance in Digital systems.
- To supervise and coordinate standardisation and harmonisation works required for digital projects
- To deputise for the Network BMS Technical Lead for Digital Pathology, as required
Please see the attached job description for a detailed view of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical sciences degree
- HCPC registration
- Specialist portfolio in relevant field (or equivalent)
- MSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant Highly developed technical and scientific skills in Histology and Immunocytochemistry
- Have in depth knowledge of Digital systems within the Cellular Pathology setting
- Experience as a specialist in a clinical UK pathology laboratory
- Experience of troubleshooting analytical and technical problems
- Detailed understanding of quality assurance
- Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessments
- Evidence of highly developed written and oral communication skills in a variety of settings.
- Experience of working within a team
- Full understanding of the accreditation requirements
- Quality management experience
- Proven ability to manage resources effectively.
Desirable
- In depth knowledge of relevant equipment
- Experience of providing training to other staff groups
- Electron Microscopy experience
- Dissection experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Biomedical sciences degree
- HCPC registration
- Specialist portfolio in relevant field (or equivalent)
- MSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant Highly developed technical and scientific skills in Histology and Immunocytochemistry
- Have in depth knowledge of Digital systems within the Cellular Pathology setting
- Experience as a specialist in a clinical UK pathology laboratory
- Experience of troubleshooting analytical and technical problems
- Detailed understanding of quality assurance
- Good knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessments
- Evidence of highly developed written and oral communication skills in a variety of settings.
- Experience of working within a team
- Full understanding of the accreditation requirements
- Quality management experience
- Proven ability to manage resources effectively.
Desirable
- In depth knowledge of relevant equipment
- Experience of providing training to other staff groups
- Electron Microscopy experience
- Dissection 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).
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).
