Please refer to the full job description & specification. Participates in the provision of a comprehensive range of scientific and diagnostic services across a range of scientific disciplines Liaise with line manager as part of a team delivering high quality protocol based technical service under the supervision of Registered Biomedical Scientist staff Required to communicate with hospital clinicians, general practitioners, other healthcare professionals, patients and their representatives and commercial suppliers Required to operate sophisticated, automated laboratory equipment and perform scientific techniques under supervision Appropriately handle body fluids and materials, including high risk specimens To report results in accordance with departmental SOPs and as appropriate to grade To act as supervisor for support grade staff members as agreed with the laboratory management team The post holder will be expected to train, support and advise less experienced staff, such as trainees, students and MLAs To participate in the provision of an efficient and cost effective Histology service within Surrey and Berkshire Pathology Services. To prepare tissue samples and perform both routine and limited special techniques efficiently and in a conscientious manner with respect to work pressures and quality of the service. Fixed term 23 month Full time 37.5 hours per week Hours of duty: Monday-Friday between 8.00am to 6pm (flexible working 7.5 hours per day)