Technical Histology Specialist

Overview

In this role you will lead specialist histology services to enable spatial multi-omic research. You work closely with researchers and technical colleagues to deliver high-quality, compliant histology workflows that preserve sample integrity. You drive technical excellence across embedding, sectioning, staining and imaging to support transformative biomedical studies. This is an onsite, full-time position within the King’s Smart Trials Hub, offering an indefinite contract and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge multi-omics platforms.

Pay / Benefits

• indefinite contract
• onsite role
• full-time 35 h/week
• London Weighting

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of histological sample preparation for spatial multi-omic analysis (processing, embedding, sectioning, mounting, staining, imaging)
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, customer-focused histology services with emphasis on sample integrity and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with researchers and technical colleagues to optimise workflows and data quality
• Maintain standards of quality assurance and quality control to ensure data integrity and reproducibility
• Troubleshoot laboratory equipment and optimise workflows to deliver reliable research outputs
• Communicate technical information effectively through reports, presentations and publications

Key requirements

• PhD in a relevant subject area, or equivalent research experience
• Hands-on histology experience with sample preparation and staining techniques
• Experience in microscopy and imaging data acquisition, analysis and interpretation
• Experience with QA/QC standards in lab or research settings
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and ability to optimise workflows
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands and manage multiple projects
• Experience in training, mentoring or supporting others in histological techniques

• strong communication skills
• attention to detail
• independence and self-motivation
• histology techniques
• imaging and microscopy
• QA/QC in a lab environment

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