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The use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it, then they are required to declare this in their supporting statement.Job overviewAre you passionate about advancing healthcare through innovative technology?We are looking for a dedicated Biomedical Scientist with a strong understanding of digital pathology systems and their integration with related platforms, to join the Division of Neuropathology. In this role, you will support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of digital pathology systems, ensuring a seamless transition from traditional histopathology workflows to state-of-the-art digital imaging platform.The postholder will closely collaborate with laboratory, clinical and technical teams, to ensure the effective, safe, and compliant delivery of digital pathology services in alignment with clinical and regulatory requirements.In this role, you will play a vital part in revolutionising patient care through cutting-edge technology. By driving digital transformation, you'll enable faster diagnoses, improve collaboration, and help shape the future of pathology services.Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will:- Support the implementation and maintenance of digital pathology systems (e.g. slide scanning, troubleshooting, digital file management).- Act as a central liaison between the pathology laboratory, IT services, system suppliers, and clinical users.- Facilitate system integration with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), PACS, Electronic Patient Records (EPR), Staining and Tissue Tracking Systems.- Deliver user training, troubleshoot system issues, writing of SOPs, and provide day-to-day support for digital pathology services.- Contribute to quality assurance processes and ensure robust documentation and service continuity.Working for our organisationUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)National Hospital for Neurology and NeurosurgeryRoyal National ENT and Eastman Dental HospitalsUniversity College Hospital Grafton Way BuildingRoyal London Hospital for Integrated MedicineUniversity College Hospital Macmillan Cancer CentreThe Hospital for Tropical DiseasesUniversity College Hospital at Westmoreland StreetWe are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesFor the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.Based in the busy West End of London, we have a lively and vibrant working atmosphere, with quick and easy transport links to all our sites. Our size and resources enable us to offer a range of attractive benefits as well as unparalleled education and development opportunities for staff at all levels. This includes an extensive portfolio of academic and clinical courses and programmes ranging from ongoing personal development through to clinical excellence and leadership skills. UCLH prides itself on its investment in staff both in terms of developing career skills but also its commitment to staff health and wellbeing.Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*UCLH top trust to work at in England - for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England - for the second year in a row.UCLH top trust to work at in England - for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?Person specificationKnowledge and QualificationsEssential criteriaDegree in Biomedical Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Eligibility for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is desirable Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable criteria Knowledge of Vendor relationship or training in digital pathology platforms Project management or ITIL certification (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, ITIL Foundation) ExperienceEssential criteria Previous experience in operating and maintaining digital pathology systems or IT platforms in a healthcare setting Familiarity with SECTRA or similar whole slide imaging platform Experience in troubleshooting technical issues and liaising with IT teams and industry representatives Understanding of NHS policies, data protection regulations, and information governance standards. Knowledge of digital pathology workflows and their integration into laboratory operations Experience of working in an ISO15189 accredited laboratory Desirable criteria Familiarity with systems integration (e.g. LIMS, PACS, EPR, HL7) Skills and AbilitiesEssential criteria Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to departmental guidelines Understanding of image formats, storage solutions, and data transfer protocols relevant to pathology Ability to interpret and troubleshoot technical issues, working with both clinical and IT stakeholders Desirable criteria Familiarity with standards and regulations relevant to pathology and diagnostics (e.g. ISO 15189, MHRA, RCPath) ValuesEssential criteria Enthusiastic, self-confident and flexible, showing positive attitude to both individual & teamwork Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect at all times CommunicationEssential criteria Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to support user engagement and training Proven ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised byEssential criteria Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently. Specific RequirementsEssential criteria Working Conditions Willingness to work flexible/unsocial hours on occasion At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage's staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.We are also members of which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes.This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.Please note that all correspondence regarding your application will be via email. The emails will be sent to you via TRAC.jobs and not via NHS Jobs, we encourage you to check your inbox regularly.Please note that if you are at present in a training position on the 2016 new junior doctor's contract and are applying for a Trust doctor role your salary will not be pay protected.You will be placed on the appropriate point of the Trust Doctor pay scale based on your previous experience.Please note that if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date of the advert to assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.Employer certification / accreditation badgesApplicant requirementsYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.Documents to downloadJob Description (PDF, 904.2KB) Functional Requirements (PDF, 262.3KB) UCLH Values (PDF, 860.9KB)#J-18808-Ljbffr