Biomedical Scientist

Permanent employee, Full-time · Huntingdon

28,000 - 41,000 £ per year

Job Summary

Please note, this role is advertised by Cyted Ltd. on behalf of Cyted UK Ltd. a wholly owned subsidiary of HCA Healthcare.

We are looking for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist (BMS) who has expertise in, and a passion for histopathology.

The Biomedical Scientist will play an important role within the histology laboratory. The role holder will report to a Senior Biomedical Scientist. The BMS will participate in all aspects of providing a histopathology service including specialist analytical testing on a range of biological samples. The role holder will be responsible for processing patient samples in good time and will ensure that service standards for reporting results are achieved. The BMS will be expected to prioritise their own workload and work with the MLAs in their team to meet the service delivery standards of the laboratory. They will perform urgent analytical testing as required. The role holder will be expected to maintain the highest standards of laboratory practice in line with HCPC and ISO 15189 policies.

Working Pattern and Location

The role is a full-time position with a standard 37.5 hour working week. The role holder may be required to work flexibly.

The Biomedical Scientist will be based at 2 Falcon Road, Hinchingbrooke Business Park, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, PE29 6FG.

What you will be doing

Undertake the technical work required for the clinical service
Clinical specimen preparation and dissection (cut up) under guidelines laid down by The Royal College of Pathologists
Using histological knowledge to prioritise specimens received in the laboratory.
Participate in and out of hours technical service for urgent biopsy specimens
All aspects of routine diagnostic histology including specimen dissection, paraffin embedding, microtomy, immunohistochemistry, special stains, and internal quality control
To be proficient in the use of all instruments in the laboratory and able to carry out routine maintenance and basic equipment troubleshooting if necessary
Technical troubleshooting
Training colleagues in histology procedures in accordance with our comprehensive training programme
Participate in all External Quality Assessment schemes
Entry of confidential patient data on LIMS and pathological reports and communication to clinicians
Comply with company policies and procedures in relation to confidentiality, health and safety, COSHH, infection control, and all local safety rules regarding fire, chemical, and physical hazards
Meets the standards for the handling of clinical specimens in accordance with ISO 15189
Ensure that the daily activities of the laboratory comply with the Human Tissue Act
Ensure that appropriate quality control is carried out for all techniques undertaken, and that sensitive information is secure, accurate and correctly backed up
Undertake Continuing Professional Development required by the Health & Care Professions Council

Person Specification

To succeed in this role, you will require prior experience working in a cellular pathology laboratory
BSc or equivalent in a biological discipline
Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Practical experience working in a pathology laboratory
Experience in histopathology techniques
Histology laboratory bench skills
Ability to maintain good laboratory records
Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
Computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheet and database management
Knowledge of histopathology involving an understanding of relevant theory and/or principles of laboratory processes
Experience working in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory
Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations, human tissue governance and how to apply them in the laboratory environment
Understanding and experience of digital pathology
Excellent communication skills

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About us

We are a leading gastrointestinal health company delivering minimally invasive diagnostics to transform access to esophageal care. Our EndoSign test combines a simple, swallowable device with cutting-edge laboratory biomarkers and analytics to detect esophageal cancer and its precursor, Barrett’s esophagus.

Operating across the US and UK life-science hub, with hybrid, remote and onsite teams, we are expanding our pipeline to address new high-impact targets across gastroenterology and related fields. You’ll join a close-knit team of experts in our field who collaborate daily to translate breakthrough ideas into real-world solutions.

At Cyted Health, every voice matters. Whether you’re in R&D, Commercialisation, Medical Affairs or Operations, you’ll have the chance to lead projects, influence strategy, and broaden your skill set across the company. We champion diverse backgrounds and perspectives, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and innovate.

If you’re inspired by purpose, motivated by challenge, and eager to make a meaningful impact on patient lives, we’d love to hear from you. We usually recruit on a rolling basis:

Initial Conversation – An online meeting with a member of our People team or the hiring manager to learn about your skills & experiences and for you to explore what it is like to work with us.
Team Interview & Assessment – Meet the wider team, sometimes accompanied by an assessment, such as giving a short presentation based on a topic related to the role.
Final Interview – An online meeting with our CEO to discuss your goals and the company’s history and vision.

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We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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