Medical Technical Officer B4

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

We have an opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic and well-motivated individual to join the Molecular Diagnostics Department at the Royal Surrey Foundation Trust for a full time laboratory-based position.

The Department is part of Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS). Molecular Diagnostics is a specialist department providing services for other BSPS departments, associated Trust clinicians and external private and NHS organisations, enabling specific diagnosis of patients and enabling genetics-based, personalised oncology treatments.

The job advertised here is to assist in the provision of this specialist molecular diagnostics service.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, has a keen eye for detail and works well in a team environment. Key responsibilities will include DNA and RNA extraction (both manual and automated methods), PCR and other more complex assay set-up, primary analysis of results.

Full training will be given, but previous laboratory experience would be a significant advantage.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities will include DNA and RNA extraction (both manual and automated methods), PCR and other more complex assay set-up.

To participate in the provision of an efficient and cost effective Molecular Diagnostic service within Surrey and Berkshire Pathology Services. To enhance the collaborative work between molecular and histology departments.

To prepare samples and perform both routine and some special techniques efficiently and in a conscientious manner with respect to work pressures and quality of the service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A levels or equivalent in relevant subjects

Desirable

  • Degree in relevant biology-based subject
  • HCPC registration
  • Willing to undergo relevant training to ensure sound relevant knowledge

Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience working in a relevant laboratory
  • Experience & knowledge molecular diagnostic techniques and technology
  • Able to understand and follow and develop Standard Operating Procedures
  • Understanding of Health and Safety issues incl COSHH

Desirable

  • Ability to write clearly.
  • Possess basic IT skills & keyboard accuracy.
  • Previous work within the NHS
  • Data Entry experience (Winpath)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Closing Date: 28 August 2026

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