Biomedical Scientist, Histopathology – The Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow
Up to £34,500 per annum DOE (depending on experience)
About the role
Job Title: Biomedical Scientist
Department: Histopathology
Location: The Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow, CM20 1QX
Contract: Permanent, Full‑time (37.5 hours per week)
Salary range: Up to £34,500 per annum DOE
We are looking for discipline‑specific trained and HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists to join our histology service. Candidates will work on a full‑time basis, Monday to Friday (8:30 am – 5 pm), supporting the newly modernised pathology and phlebotomy service backed by significant investment in new kits and technology.
Why you\'ll want to work with us
- Be part of a transformation – from March 2025 the new service has upgraded technology and a top‑notch lab set up.
- Permanent, full‑time role with no unsociable hours.
- A supportive team environment that celebrates wins and values collaboration.
- Your work counts – from slide preparation to reporting you help deliver accurate diagnoses quickly.
Benefits
- Training and development opportunities supporting professional growth.
- Annual salary review with no banding restrictions.
- Discounted corporate gym membership via Better Gyms.
- Cash healthcare plan with cashback on dentistry and optician costs.
- Sick pay: 5 paid days in the first year, 20 days thereafter.
- Permanent health insurance and death in service cover.
- Life assurance providing salary continuation for long‑term illness (six months qualifying period).
- Employee assistance programme supporting staff wellbeing.
- Season ticket loan scheme – interest‑free loan for the cost of an annual travel ticket.
- Perkbox access to additional staff perks and benefits.
- Company pension scheme with company and staff contributions that increase with service.
- Competitive annual leave allowance – 28 days.
- Flexible working hours – we support flexibility around shift patterns and working schedules.
Requirements
- Disciplined, trained Biomedical Scientist with HCPC registration.
- Experience in histopathology and related laboratory practices.
- Ability to handle high quality and accurate reporting of results.
- Strong teamwork, communication and organisational skills.
Closing Information
Vacancy ID: 036007
Closing Date: 13‑Nov‑2025
Contact Person: Lisa Greenhalgh – Contact Email: LNKD1_UKTJ
Note
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS VACANCY AT ANY TIME EVEN IF A CLOSING DATE IS SHOWN HERE OR IN ANY OTHER MEDIA
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