Specialist Biomedical Scientist | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 15 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £39,959 - £48,117 Per annum, pro rata if part-time |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 15 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Cwmni: | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7938185/430-CC26-800-A |
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Specialist Biomedical Scientist
Department Cellular Pathology
Band 6 £39,959 - £48,117 Per annum, pro rata if part-time
Hours Fixed Term Contract, 9 months to cover maternity leave, part time, 32 hours per week
All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
IMPORTANT: Suitable candidates must be HCPC registered, possess a BSc in Biomedical Science and have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology.
The Cellular Pathology team are seeking to recruit enthusiastic, proactive, and experienced individuals to take up the posts of Specialist Biomedical Scientists. We are advertising one part time 9-month fixed term post (18th of May 2026 to 14th of February 2027).
You will act as a key member of the Cellular Pathology team participating in routine and specialist duties that enable the day-to-day operational delivery of the service. Additionally, you will work as part of a team of scientific and support staff to deliver a diagnostic service that meets accreditation & regulatory requirements to deliver effective patient care.
The successful candidates will be professional with strong technical and troubleshooting skills, and the ability to communicate confidently and effectively with staff at all levels within the organisation.
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• To provide a high quality, responsive and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service for the trust and its users.
• To work as part of a team of Biomedical Scientists and support workers, using extensive specialist knowledge and expertise to assist in the provision of all aspects of a Cellular Pathology service.
• Have knowledge and experience of ISO 15189 standards and quality management systems.
• To work with the laboratory management and technical team to ensure compliance with regulatory standards including those of ISO 15189, the Human Tissue Authority (HTA) and screening programmes.
• Help the Cellular Pathology team to meet departmental and trust KPI’s.
• To work in accordance with trust health and safety policy and departmental policies to deliver a safe, high-quality service for its users.
• To comply with clinical governance and risk management policies and ensure all mandatory training is completed in accordance with the trust guidelines.
• Assist with training and education activity.
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.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
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• To establish effective and collaborative working relationships with key staff.
• Always maintain a professional approach to work behaving courteously and with professional maturity.
• To be accountable for your own professional actions and maintain high personal standards of work.
• To organise your daily duties in the provision of a quality service.
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with department and trust health and safety and risk management policies.
• To maintain a high standard of confidentiality and always comply with relevant Trust policies.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
This advert closes on Wednesday 29 Apr 2026