Biomedical Scientist - (Eye Pathology)
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £37,259.00 to £45,356.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £37259.00 - £45356.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 January 2026 |
| Location: | London, EC1V 2PD |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9273-26-0017 |
Summary
The post holder will work as a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist within the Department of Eye Pathology (DEP), a highly specialist Cellular Pathology service providing diagnostic support for Moorfields Eye Hospital and external referral centres. The role contributes to the delivery of high-quality histopathology and cytology services for complex and rare ophthalmic diseases.The post holder will be an efficient and flexible member of the histopathology team, undertaking scientific, technical, administrative, and communication duties commensurate with the training andeducation of a Biomedical Scientist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Core scientific responsibilities include specimen preparation (booking-in), tissue (biopsy) transfer,embedding, microtomy, staining, quality assurance, and supporting the departments improvements and development.The role also includes administrative duties essential for the smooth running of the service, such as maintaining laboratory records, assisting with EyePath LIMS reports/booking data entry, dispatching material for send-away tests, managing slide/block archiving and retrieval, supporting reportdistribution, and contributing to stock monitoring and departmental documentation. In the absence of administrative staff, the post holder will provide administrative cover to maintain continuity of service and ensure timely communication with clinicians and external users. In addition, the post holder will have communication responsibilities, including responding to queries from clinicians, administrative staff, and external users. This may involve clarifying specimen status, providinginformation on turnaround times, liaising about external referrals, and ensuring clear, timely, and professional communication to maintain high-quality service delivery.The post holder will work within all departmental policies and procedures particularly relating to Health & Safety, Infection Control, and Quality Management to ensure safe and effective laboratory practice. They will maintain competence through active engagement in Continual Professional Development (CPD) and support the departments UKAS ISO 15189:2022 accreditation requirements, including the use of the iPassport electronic QMS for document control, audit participation, incident reporting, and training compliance.The post holder will also contribute to service development, assist with internal/external audits, support digital pathology processes, and participate in training of junior staff and students as required.