Job summary
- Main area
- Pathology
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 430-CC26-897
- Employer
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Histopathology (Dept)
- Town
- Milton Keynes
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 Per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 28/07/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 06/08/2026
Employer heading
Biomedical Scientist
Band 5
At Milton Keynes University Hospital, you will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive environment where teamwork and respect are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to live our Trust values and behaviours every day, creating a culture where everyone feels heard and valued.
MKUH staff's Motivation and Involvement scores are among the highest in our peer group, showing that our people feel inspired and included in decision-making (Staff Survey, 2024).
Our benefits
We believe in recognising and rewarding the amazing contribution of our staff and that is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth, including:
- Free on-site parking including EV charging
- Complimentary refreshments
- Flexible working arrangements
- Discounted gym membership
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Generous annual leave, with the option to bank holiday entitlement
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
- On-site nursery (charges apply)
- A wide-ranging staff health and wellbeing programme including EAP
- VIVUP products to support your mental, physical, and financial Wellbeing
Job overview
Biomedical Scientist
Department: Cellular Pathology
Band 5: £32,073 - £39,043 Per annum, pro rata
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week (full-time), all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
The Histopathology department at #TeamMKUH have recently had a business case approved to expand our workforce due to our popular and growing services. As the demand for pathology services increases, we are investing in our workforce, welcoming talented Biomedical Scientists, Assistant Technician Officers, administrator staff and other registered healthcare professionals who bring fresh expertise and innovation to the department.
The Cellular Pathology department is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, proactive, and experienced individual to take up the post of Biomedical Scientist in our professional and friendly team.
The individual will be a key member of the Cellular Pathology team participating in routine and specialist duties that enable the day-to-day operational delivery of the Cellular Pathology laboratory service.
The successful candidate will be a professional with strong technical and troubleshooting skills, and the ability to communicate confidently and effectively. The suitable candidate will work as part of a team of scientific and support staff to deliver a diagnostic service that meets accreditation & regulatory requirements to deliver safe and effective patient care.
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Interview date: Thursday 6th of August 2026
Main duties of the job
"Professional, scientific colleagues feel their roles positively impact patients and service users" (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
To provide a high quality, responsive and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service for the trust and its users. To work as part of a team, using specialist knowledge and expertise to assist in the provision of all aspects of a Cellular Pathology service. To work in accordance with trust health and safety policy as well as departmental policies. Assist with training and education activity.
The candidate must have knowledge and experience of ISO 15189 standards and quality management systems.
Working for our organisation
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- The core aim of the role is to provide a high quality, responsive and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service for the trust and its users. To work as part of a team, using specialist knowledge and expertise to assist in the provision of all aspects of a Cellular Pathology service. To work in accordance with trust health and safety policy as well as departmental policies. Additionally, assisting with training and education activity.
- The candidate must have knowledge and experience of ISO 15189 standards and quality management system
- Must be continuing to develop professionally by maintaining and updating their professional knowledge and skills through a professionally recognised scheme such as the IBMS CPD scheme
- Must have Information Technology skills.·
- To make scientific and clinical judgements based on their specialist knowledge and experience.
- To maintain high levels of concentration for prolonged periods in a high pressure and stressful environment
- Deputising for band 6 BMS staff as necessary.
- To keep up to date with current scientific and technical developments.
- The description and sampling of histopathological specimens in RCPath/IBMS Categories A through to B with reference to the clinical information provided on the request form.
- The organisation and staining External Quality Assurance (EQA) schemes slides and retrieval of in-house slides for assessment.
Please refer to attached Job description for further information.
Person specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential criteria
- HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
- BSc Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification
- Knowledge of Cellular Pathology to underpin the technical aspects of service delivery
- Awareness of ISO 15189 standards for medical laboratories
- Knowledge and understanding of quality assurance
- Knowledge of professional Health and safety regulations
- Evidence of relevant continued professional development
Desirable criteria
- Specialist Portfolio or equivalent
- Awareness of wider NHS/Pathology initiatives
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of routine and specialist histology procedures
- Experience as a HCPC registered BMS in Cellular Pathology
- Work within scope and limitation of practice.
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Experience of using a LIMS
Desirable criteria
- Staff training and competency assessment
- Experience of quality management
Skills
Essential criteria
- Possess excellent practical skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting priorities and complete tasks within given timeframes
- Effective team worker
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Proficient IT skills including the use of MS Office software
Desirable criteria
- Teaching skills
- Technical and scientific troubleshooting skills
- Use of QMS tools e.g., QPulse.
Personal and people development
Essential criteria
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Be confident, diplomatic and have personal & professional maturity.
- Self motivated and patient focused.
- Flexible approach
- Enthusiastic
- Demonstrate reliability and commitment
Desirable criteria
- Forward thinking
Communication
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills including a clear command of written and spoken English.
- Effective listening skills
- Good interpersonal skills.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Amanda Brice
- Job title
- Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
For more information, please contact Amanda Brice, Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager or Marie Delaney, Chief BMS/Operational Manager on 01908 995820
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