About this role
Job summary
Are you a Biomedical Scientist with your DEP looking for an exciting new challenge? Join North West London Pathology (NWLP), an award-winning partnership between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
As one of the largest pathology networks in the UK, NWLP delivers innovative, high-quality diagnostic services that support outstanding patient care. Our Histopathology service is based at the state-of-the-art hub at Charing Cross Hospital, where significant investment in technology and service development has created an exceptional working environment.
We are looking for a talented and motivated Biomedical Scientist to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your specialist skills, work with experienced colleagues and contribute to a service that is at the forefront of diagnostic excellence. You'll be supported to grow professionally while helping deliver the highest standards of care for patients across North West London.
In return, we offer flexible working opportunities, excellent training and development, a supportive team culture and a comprehensive NHS benefits package, including an outstanding pension scheme.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of NWLP's success story.
Main duties of the job
Responsibility for the dissection areas of Histopathology working in close collaboration with the clinical specialty leads to manage the workload. Participate in surgical dissection of diagnostic histopathology specimens with a particular focus on category D-E. Provide and co-ordinate specialist clinical technical services that may include research and audit samples. To provide the necessary training, management and supervision to staff within the section and visiting staff as required (medical, scientific and other staff). Supervise and appraise all relevant levels of staff within the department. Manage the maintenance of robust systems of clinical governance in place for all teams in their area. To develop the service, implementing new ideas to ensure that the roles change according to the changing clinical and research needs under the guidance of medical staff and the management team. May represent North West London Pathology for issues relating to their specialist area.
About us
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2026, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
Monday 7 September 2026Monday 5 October 2026Monday 2 November 2026Monday 7 December 2026
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications Essential
HCPC Registration MSc or FIBMS in relevant discipline. IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection. 2 years' supervisory experience in a Cellular Pathology laboratory including managing operational workflows and staff supervision.
Desirable
Recognised management qualification IBMS Advanced Specialist Diploma in Histological Dissection
Skills/abilities Essential
Proficient in laboratory management, including creating and implementing rotas, managing resources, and overseeing quality control and turnaround times. Demonstrated ability to independently perform advanced histological dissection of high complexity specimens (e.g., Category D and E). Advanced knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 15189 compliance, audit management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Knowledge of current trends in Pathology provision.
Desirable
Ability to carry out research and development projects. Ability to develop personal IT skills as required.
Experience Essential
Evidence of experience conducting formal training sessions for junior staff and rotating junior doctors on complex specimen handling and dissection techniques. High level of knowledge of all aspect of specialist subject. Significant experience in a Cellular Pathology laboratory, with at least 3 years performing high-complexity specimen dissections (Category D and E). Proven record of successfully managing performance and conducting appraisals for staff.
Desirable
Previous experience in a large busy pathology laboratory. Experience of performing and presenting clinical audit. Experience of delivering training to resident doctors.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name North West London Pathology
Address Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nwlpathology.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)