Job Title: Senior Biomedical Scientist – Main Laboratory Lead

Location: Central London, UK (Fully On-site)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £47,810 – £54,710 per annum (depending on experience)

Closing Date: 17 April 2026

About Us

Advance Histopathology Laboratory Ltd (AHLab) is a UKAS-accredited (ISO 15189) independent laboratory delivering high-quality, consultant-led histopathology services. Based in central London, we provide rapid, reliable diagnostics with a strong focus on clinical excellence and patient care.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Biomedical Scientist to lead our main laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day laboratory operations (processing, embedding, microtomy, staining)
• Ensure compliance with UKAS (ISO 15189), CQC, and internal standards
• Monitor and drive turnaround times and KPIs
• Supervise, train, and develop staff
• Lead on quality management, audits, and non-conformances
• Support validation, verification, and continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Essential:

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
• IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology (or equivalent)
• Minimum 1-year post-specialist experience in a histopathology laboratory
• Strong knowledge of ISO 15189 / UKAS requirements
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience
• Ability to work in a high-throughput environment

Desirable:

• Experience in private or high-volume laboratories
• Involvement in UKAS inspections/accreditation
• Experience in service development or workflow optimisation

What We Offer

• Senior leadership role contributing to excellence in diagnostic service delivery
• Opportunity to shape a high-performing laboratory service
• Collaborative working with consultant pathologists
• Supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Equality & Diversity

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within our workforce. We uphold the principles of the Equality Act and operate a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, harassment, or victimisation.

How to Apply

Please request for an application by emailing c.porter@ahlab.co.uk and submit your application by 17 April 2026.

For further details/informal visits contact: Hodan Jama on h.jama@ahlab.co.uk.

We reserve the right to close posts early if we receive a sufficient volume of applications. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community and thank you for your interest in our company. Successful candidates will be invited for an interview.