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Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist
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Senior Biomedical Scientist (BMS) – Clinical Neuropathology
We are seeking an experienced, HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist (BMS) with leadership skills to join our team at a senior level.
Location
King's College Hospital Denmark Hill Campus in London
Department
Department of Clinical Neuropathology
Working Hours
Full time
Job Summary
This is an exciting post within the Department of Clinical Neuropathology at King's College Hospital. You will work full time, applying advanced techniques in Neuropathology and playing a key role in this specialist service.
Department Overview
The UKAS accredited department delivers comprehensive diagnostic neuropathology services for King's College Hospital, external referring institutions, and is involved in research investigations for the London Neurodegenerative Diseases Brain Bank.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle a wide range of CNS and PNS specimens including muscle, nerve, pituitary, and skin (for IENFD intra-epidermal nerve fibre density analysis).
- Conduct whole brain examinations.
- Employ standard formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue sectioning and staining, as well as advanced histological procedures including fresh frozen sections for enzyme histochemistry, automated and manual immunohistochemistry, and referral of muscle/nerve samples for resin processing (for semi-thin) and ultra-thin electron microscopy.
- Perform a range of specialised diagnostic histological tests and laboratory analysis on tissue specimens for the diagnosis of disease.
- Organise and supervise the laboratory team on a rotational basis within the department to ensure timely and high-quality laboratory processes.
- Participate in and promote an effective Quality Management System in collaboration with the Quality Officers & Quality Manager.
- Train laboratory staff and promote personal development planning.
- Liaise with pathologists, clinicians, and laboratory staff in other areas of the department and wider Trust to ensure a professional and efficient service.
- Continue with personal development through academic or practical experience.
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About the Laboratory
Clinical Neuropathology is one of the ultra-specialist laboratories within the Synnovis analytics core service. The laboratory is ISO 15189: accredited (No. 8620) and is approved by the IBMS to provide training for both registration and specialist (cellular pathology) portfolios.
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Your Development and Learning
You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme, the Scientific Learning and Development Fund, and the Synnovis Academy through which you can receive funding/support for advanced qualifications.
Through our Innovation Accelerator Fund, you can apply for finance to get that new innovative scientific project off the ground, and participate with the wider scientific community through symposiums, conferences, and other peer group meetings.
Contact
For further details or informal visits, contact:
- Name: Janet Okafor
- Job Title: Operations Manager
- Email Address: janet.okafor@synnovis.co.uk
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