Job summary
Forming a core part of the Cellular Pathology service at 60 Whitfield Street, HSL-Advanced Diagnostics is an internationally recognised cancer reference laboratory, providing patients & clients throughout the UK and wider with specialist IHC, FISH and Molecular diagnostic testing services. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic scientist who will become an important part of our service.
You will be working in our centralised 350sqm state-of-the-art HSL-AD laboratory at 60 Whitfield Street, where we have a range of different staining platforms; including Leica Bond III, Leica Bond RX, Roche Ultra and Agilent systems. Our FISH laboratory is fully digital, using the BioView Duet-3 and Solo workstations for reporting. The laboratory is also the centralised testing laboratory for the OPTIMA clinical trial, using the Prosigna test on the Nanostring platform. We also have an extensive HPV genotyping service combined with RNAScope for high and low risk subtyping. We are also very shortly embarking on an ambitious digital pathology program.
Working in the centre of London, the service is located within easy reach of many transport links, being close to Goodge Street, Warren Street and Tottenham Court Road tube stations and also St Pancras and Euston stations. The local area has an almost endless supply of retail and food outlets, entertainment and cultural opportunities within walking distance.
Main duties of the job
HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with previous experience of IHC, FISH or other molecular methods are highly encouraged to apply. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to progressing their career in cellular pathology and making a truly meaningful impact in the care and quality of patient cases processed through our laboratories.
We offer a stimulating work environment with a diverse team, very competitive salaries, 37.5 hour working week and 28 days annual leave. Training and career progression are core parts of how we operate. We have a dedicated educational faculty within HSL coordinating training activity throughout the company, as well as our own dedicated laboratory based training manager that coordinates a range of opportunities for all staff.
About us
At HSL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including:
Training and development opportunities supporting professional development
Annual salary reviewNo banding restrictions:As we are a private company we are not restricted by salary bandings and so are able to negotiate appropriate salaries based on experience. This also means that annual salary reviews do not hit a band ceiling.
Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms
Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians
Sick Pay Entitlement 5 paid days in the first year of employment, 20 days thereafter
Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover
Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness (six months qualifying period)
Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing
Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket
Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts
Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service
Competitive annual leave allowance28 days
Flexible working hours 37.5 hours standard working week
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties:
To include, but not be restricted to, the following:
1. To provide a consistently efficient, accurate and world-class service to our clients and
patients.
2. To produce high quality work and gain a deep understanding of the techniques employed
in the department.
3. To perform IHC, FISH and other molecular testing services as required.
4. To assist with EQA.
5. To perform batch acceptance testing of all new reagents entering testing services in the
laboratory and to assist Section Leads in analysing and trending data generated.
6. To assist in method development as required.
7. To produce high quality histological sections, stained by H&E, IHC and FISH techniques,
and also to provide various microtomy techniques to support all molecular pathology
requests coming through the department.
8. To participate in all rotas as required.
9. To operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to departmental and
manufacturers protocols and procedures.
10. To ensure agreed standards for turnaround times of samples and results are met.
11. To be familiar with and proficient in the use of the information technology systems within
the Department.
12. To participate in departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within
the Department.
13. To assist in planning ones own work and that of other staff within a section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties:
To include, but not be restricted to, the following:
1. To provide a consistently efficient, accurate and world-class service to our clients and
patients.
2. To produce high quality work and gain a deep understanding of the techniques employed
in the department.
3. To perform IHC, FISH and other molecular testing services as required.
4. To assist with EQA.
5. To perform batch acceptance testing of all new reagents entering testing services in the
laboratory and to assist Section Leads in analysing and trending data generated.
6. To assist in method development as required.
7. To produce high quality histological sections, stained by H&E, IHC and FISH techniques,
and also to provide various microtomy techniques to support all molecular pathology
requests coming through the department.
8. To participate in all rotas as required.
9. To operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to departmental and
manufacturers protocols and procedures.
10. To ensure agreed standards for turnaround times of samples and results are met.
11. To be familiar with and proficient in the use of the information technology systems within
the Department.
12. To participate in departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within
the Department.
13. To assist in planning ones own work and that of other staff within a section.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- IBMS-accredited Biological Sciences degree or equivalent qualification in pathology disciplines.
- Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Some theoretical and practical knowledge in all disciplines of pathology relevant to its multidisciplinary nature.
- Previous experience in a relevant clinical laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in an immunohistochemistry (IHC) laboratory and an understanding of its role in patient care.
- Previous experience in extraction-based molecular techniques.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- IBMS-accredited Biological Sciences degree or equivalent qualification in pathology disciplines.
- Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Some theoretical and practical knowledge in all disciplines of pathology relevant to its multidisciplinary nature.
- Previous experience in a relevant clinical laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in an immunohistochemistry (IHC) laboratory and an understanding of its role in patient care.
- Previous experience in extraction-based molecular techniques.
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).
