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Lead Biomedical Scientist

  • On-site
    • Runcorn, England, United Kingdom
  • £40,000 - £49,000 per year
  • Medica UK - non-clinical

Medica is hiring a Lead Biomedical Scientist to manage lab operations, lead a small team, and drive innovation in digital pathology. HCPC registration and histology experience essential.

Job description

📍 Location: Runcorn Office, Cheshire

🕒 Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hrs/week

💼 Salary: Up to £49,000 DOE

Plus access to annual bonus

 

Are you a passionate and proactive Biomedical Scientist ready to lead in a fast-evolving digital pathology environment?

Medica is seeking a dynamic Lead Biomedical Scientist to join our growing Pathology team at our state-of-the-art hub in Runcorn.

 

🔬 About the Role

As our Lead BMS, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality digital and glass telepathology services. You’ll manage a small but mighty team, drive operational excellence, and collaborate across departments to ensure we meet and exceed client expectations.

 

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll:

  • Oversee lab operations including specimen reception, scanning, and quality control.

  • Lead and mentor a team of Digital Pathology Assistants.

  • Ensure compliance with ISO standards (15189, 27001, 9001).

  • Troubleshoot lab issues and manage client queries.

  • Contribute to exciting projects including AI integration and wet-lab expansion.

Job requirements

👩‍🔬 Who We’re Looking For

You’re not just a scientist - you’re a leader, a problem-solver, and a change-maker. You’ll thrive in our fast-paced, collaborative environment and bring:

  • HCPC registration (essential)

  • Specialist BMS portfolio completed (essential)

  • Experience in Histology and specimen selection

  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills

  • A flexible, ambitious mindset ready to grow with the team

  • Wet-lab experience and digital pathology knowledge

 

💡 Why Join Medica?

  • Be part of a rapidly growing and innovative pathology service

  • Work on cutting-edge projects including AI in pathology

  • Enjoy a supportive team culture with room to grow and lead

  • Take part in shaping the future of digital pathology

Core benefits for you:

  • 🕘 Flexible and hybrid working

  • ⚖️ A company culture that promotes work life balance

  • 🌱 Commitment from employers to continued learning and development

  • 🧠 Access to Employee Assistance Programme

  • 💸 Annual bonus

  • 🌍 Enhanced holiday allowance + bank holidays

  • 🕊️ Group life assurance

  • 👵 Pension

  • 🎉 Social events

  • 🤒 Sick pay

  • 🚲 Cycle to work scheme

  • 🌳 Access to free and regular personal development & wellbeing events

This is more than just a job - it’s a chance to be part of something transformative. If you’re ready to make a real impact in pathology and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

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