Job Title: Medical Technical Officer
Agency: Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Guildford, United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: 29,812 to 32,715 £ / Year

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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 proactive, with a keen eye for detail, and who 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, and 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 conscientiously 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 of molecular diagnostic techniques and technology
• Able to understand, 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)

Closing Date: 28 August 2026

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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