University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Healthcare Science Assistant

Closing date: 28 June 2026.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Cytology Department. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Science Assistant to work at UHDB based at the Royal Derby Hospital.

The ability to work in a team is crucial as well as being able to work accurately and independently.

If you are considering applying for an internal secondment, please ensure you have discussed this with your line manager and obtained their support prior to submitting your application.

Please be aware that there is no guarantee that you will be released from your substantive post, so you should seek approval before applying as you are applying or a secondment.

Main duties of the job

The post involves:

• Specimen receipt and processing using automated systems,