Scientist Jobs at NHS Trust UK
Advance your career with Scientist Jobs in the UK at the Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This job opportunity for life science graduates offers a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist role within the Cellular Pathology team, providing hands-on experience in histology, cytology, immunohistochemistry, and quality management in a leading NHS laboratory environment.
About the Company
The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive healthcare services across Swindon and surrounding regions. With a commitment to patient safety, innovation, and staff development, it offers career pathways for Jobs in UK across biomedical science, nursing, clinical research, and allied health professions.
Job Details
- Job Title: Biomedical Scientist (Band 5)
- Organisation: Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Location: Great Western Hospital, Swindon, UK
- Contract Type: Fixed-term (12 months)
- Working Pattern: Full-time
- Pay Band: Agenda for Change – Band 5
- Salary: £31,049 – £37,796 per annum
- Closing Date: 03 February 2026
- Reference Number: 249-7721416
Scientist Job Summary
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist to join the Cellular Pathology team on a fixed-term contract for one year.
The successful candidate will contribute to the technical preparation and processing of specimens, performing a full range of routine histology and cytology laboratory procedures in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Core Laboratory Responsibilities
- As an HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist, you will:
- Perform a full range of analytical and technical duties within Cellular Pathology
- Participate in routine histology and cytology services, including:
- Section cutting
- Embedding
- Staining and checking sections
- Immunohistochemistry
- Laboratory computer systems for sample processing
- Filing slides and blocks
- Collecting solvents when required
- Non-gynaecological cytology and andrology technical work
- Specimen dissection (as appropriate)
- This list is not exhaustive. The post holder will be required to undertake all histology techniques and train in non-gynaecological cytology if not already experienced.
Operational & Quality Responsibilities
- Follow departmental SOPs, risk assessments, and safety documentation
- Assist in reviewing and updating SOPs, COSHH, and risk assessments
- Work collaboratively to ensure optimal workflow and timely specimen processing
- Participate in the departmental rota, including:
- Early starts from 08:00
- Late finishes up to 17:15 (service dependent)
- Maintain professional competence and scientific skills
- Use and perform daily maintenance of specialist laboratory equipment
- Actively participate in departmental Quality Management Systems in line with UKAS ISO 15189
- Record and report incidents, errors, or non-compliance
- Support stock control, ordering, and annual stock checks
Training & IT Responsibilities
- Deliver training in specialist technical procedures and laboratory equipment
- Support and advise less experienced staff
- Daily use of laboratory IT systems, including WinPath and Q-Pulse, to:
- Enter and authorise diagnostic results
- Track specimens
- Respond to staff queries
Person Specification For Scientist Job
Essential Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Desirable Qualifications
- Member of the Institute of Biomedical Science (MIBMS)
- IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology
Essential Experience
- Experience working in a diagnostic histology laboratory
- Competency in:
- Embedding
- Microtomy
- Histological staining
- Quality control checking of samples
Desirable Experience
- Specimen dissection at cut-up
- Immunohistochemistry
- Non-gynaecological cytology and andrology
- Involvement in quality management systems
- SOP review and incident reporting
- Health & Safety processes, including risk assessments and COSHH
Professional & Regulatory Requirements for Scientist Job
- Active participation in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with evidence maintained
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required
- Compliance with UK professional registration standards
Employer DetailsÂ
- Employer: Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Address:
- Great Western Hospital
- Marlborough Road
- Swindon
- SN3 6BB
Contact for Further Information
- Matthew Long
- Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager
- [email protected]
- 01793 604278
