Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Specialist Biomedical Scientist
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Whatever you’re looking for in your career, it is all here for you at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. With state-of-the-art facilities, you can advance your career in Histopathology. As the largest Cellular Pathology department in the country, we’re looking for a Specialist BMS (candidates completing their IBMS Specialist Portfolio will also be considered) to join our diverse teams on our Wythenshawe Hospital, where you’ll have the opportunity to work cross-site, offering exposure to specialist training.
Our laboratories have begun the implementation of SMART automation with the installation of the Sakura Tissue-Tek AutoTEC A120 automated embedding systems and Sakura Tissue-Tek Xpress X120. The laboratory has now installed the Sakura Smart Connect robotic arm, linking the two machines together to increase the automation in the laboratory. The service has an extensive Immunohistochemistry repertoire, including prognostic markers in Lung and Breast Cancer and Biomedical Scientist led scoring for breast markers, including DDISH and PDL1 for triple negative breast cancer.
The department are also working towards implementing digital imaging to support the Greater Manchester Strategy for Digital Pathology,
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Working pattern
Monday-Friday 7am-7pm and Sunday 8am-4pm on a rotational basis.
Main duties of the role
- As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you’ll be experienced and operating as a Biomedical Scientist within Histopathology, in line with ISO 15189 standards and you’ll be rotated across the department, providing scientific services to patients and customers to aid pathological diagnosis.
- You’ll deputise for senior team members and manage workflow, support with the management of documentation, and general overall performance.
- You’ll also play a role in the training and development of scientific staff.
- Opportunities to be trained to support dissection of skin specimens, with cross site support.
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
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You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
For further details / informal visits contact:
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Name: Catherine McNulty
Job title: Lead Biomedical Scientist
Email address: catherine.mcnulty@mft.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 0161 291 4804 -
Name: Christopher Harreld
Job title: Deputy Lead Biomedical Scientist
Email address: christopher.harreld@mft.nhs.uk
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