Biomedical Scientist: Section Leader

The post holder will be an experienced HCPC registered biomedical scientist, with extensive knowledge in histopathology.
The post holder will support the laboratory manager and other section leaders in the service provision of a timely, clinically critical laboratory service, providing an expert diagnostic service for haematopathology.
The post holder will be responsible for the day to day technical and operational management of the core service within the department, maintaining high levels of accuracy and reliability, ensuring continuity of service at all times, in conjunction with other section leaders in the department, to achieve the maximum efficiency and quality of the service provided.
The post holder will be expected to take full participation in laboratory accreditation to ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 15189 and liaise with staff in different departments throughout pathology and the Trust.
The post holder will be expected to assist the laboratory management team implementing new techniques and technologies whilst maintaining a full diagnostic service.
The post holder will work closely with the laboratory manager and other section leaders and may be required to deputise for the laboratory manager.,

• Supervise and take responsibility for the day to day planning and co-ordination of the core service. This will include all aspects of the section's clinical scientific & technical work, staff, equipment and quality system.


• To ensure knowledge of all instrumentation and equipment is up to date. The post holder must be capable of operating equipment and be the lead trouble shooter for equipment and diagnostic techniques.


• To ensure the timely and efficient provision of core and technologically complex analytical/diagnostic services within the available resources.


• To take day to day responsibility for the quality of technical work produced (microscopy for IQA and EQA).


• To ensure that clinical requests are met according to agreed policies on availability of tests and priorities.


• To ensure that work is carried out in line with Standing Operational Procedures and/or Departmental policy.


• To assist in the preparation, review and amendments of SOPs and other documentation.

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.
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Flu Vaccination - What We Expect of our Staff
At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.
The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic band 7 Biomedical Scientist to join our team within this busy laboratory. Applicants must be HCPC registered. The successful candidate will require significant experience in all aspects of histopathology, including immunohistochemistry. Experience in implementing and maintaining quality management as per national accreditation standards is essential. The department is in the process of implementing digital pathology, experience would be an advantage.

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.