Healthcare Science PSD Scotland

31/08/2026

Did you know the Healthcare Science workforce contributes to around 80% of diagnostic decisions in patient care? From Biomedical Science, Physiological Science, Engineering Science, and Medical Physics and Imaging Science, to Health Informatics Sciences.

Healthcare Science careers combine science, technology and innovation to improve the quality of care and health outcomes of patients. It is fundamental to the effective and safe delivery of healthcare and improved outcomes for patients every day.

🔬 Explore current NHS Scotland vacancies
🎓 Learn about career pathways and entry routes
💡 Find out what qualifications and skills are required
📝 Get support with your NHS job application

Current vacancies 🔗 https://bit.ly/4x4cp9x
Healthcare Science careers 🔗 https://bit.ly/4xOvzjK
Application support 🔗 https://bit.ly/4zo972g

28/08/2026

🗓️ What’s on in September 2026 – and beyond!

Our September 2026 Healthcare Science events are now live on the website, featuring opportunities to learn, connect and get involved across education, training and workforce development.

👉 Visit our website for the latest events and updates:
🔗 https://bit.ly/4zwdUyO

👉 For Healthcare Science news and updates - visit our news page:
🔗 https://bit.ly/4ecpMhb

Check back regularly and don’t miss what’s coming up.

📢 Got an event to share?

If you’re aware or involved in an upcoming CPD event, an outreach activity or engagement opportunity linked to Healthcare Science, please send the details to us 📧 [email protected]

We’ll add it to the Healthcare Science events calendar and feature it in our upcoming events emails—helping boost visibility, connect activity, and make sure colleagues don’t miss out.

26/08/2026

📢 Stay up to date with the latest news, updates and opportunities from PSD Scotland Healthcare Science.

📩 Join our Mailchimp mailing list and receive updates directly to your inbox.

Subscribe today 👉 https://bit.ly/4d0GGxO

24/08/2026

📢 Now recruiting: Trainee Genetic Counsellor

An exciting opportunity is available within NHS Lothian to train as a Genetic Counsellor.

This role offers a unique blend of workplace‑based training and postgraduate academic study, preparing you for a rewarding career as a Genetic Counsellor and making a real impact on patient care through laboratory sciences.

🧬Role: Trainee Genetic Counsellor
🏥 Organisation: NHS Lothian
👉 Find out more and apply here: https://bit.ly/4gBKZ3Y


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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications fr...

19/08/2026

We are excited to announce that booking for this year’s International Pathology Day is now open!

Join us on 11 November for a themed virtual conference, ‘Pathology in an era of personalised medicine’.

We’re honoured to welcome Professor Ahmad Abou Tayoun, Chair of the WHO Technical Advisory Group on Genomics, who will open the event as keynote. Professor Tayoun will be in conversation with Professor Sarah Coupland, President-Elect of the College.

👉 Secure your place and find out more: https://ow.ly/sWAR50ZxZfQ

17/08/2026

📢 Registration closing TODAY!

Join Us at the Healthcare Science Annual Event 2026

Leadership Through Change and Innovation returns on 1 September 2026, bringing together colleagues from across the Healthcare Science community for a day of learning, collaboration and inspiration.

🔹 Session 1: HCS in Scotland Strategic Approach

Hear from the Chief Scientific Officer for Scotland on national developments and future priorities for Healthcare Science in Scotland.

🔹 Session 2: Public Services Delivery Scotland Education Updates

Explore the current Healthcare Science education landscape, including updates on Education, Skills and Competence Frameworks and Genomic Education developments.

🔹 Session 3: HCS Across the UK

Gain insights from Healthcare Science leaders across the UK, including perspectives on the future of the profession and experiences from national colleagues.

🔹 Session 4: HCS Change and Innovation

Discover how Healthcare Scientists are leading service improvement and innovation, including presentations from finalists in our Healthcare Science poster competition showcasing real-world impact across NHS Scotland.

📅 1 September 2026
💻 Online via MS Teams
🎟️ Free to attend

Whether you're interested in strategy, education, leadership, workforce development, service improvement or innovation, there's something for everyone.

Register now and join colleagues from across Scotland to celebrate and shape the future of Healthcare Science. 👉 https://bit.ly/4xlU6wS

Academy for Healthcare Science

12/08/2026

⏰ Don't miss your chance to recognise Scotland's Healthcare Scientists!

Nominations for Scotland's Health Awards 2026 close at midnight on Sunday 23 August.

Know an individual or team whose work deserves recognition? Submit your nomination here 👉 https://bit.ly/4ziCGTa

10/08/2026

Join Us at the Healthcare Science Annual Event 2026

Leadership Through Change and Innovation returns on 1 September 2026, bringing together colleagues from across the Healthcare Science community for a day of learning, collaboration and inspiration.

🔹 Session 1: HCS in Scotland Strategic Approach
Hear from the Chief Scientific Officer for Scotland on national developments and future priorities for Healthcare Science in Scotland.

🔹 Session 2: Public Services Delivery Scotland Education Updates
Explore the current Healthcare Science education landscape, including updates on Education, Skills and Competence Frameworks and Genomic Education developments.

🔹 Session 3: HCS Across the UK
Gain insights from Healthcare Science leaders across the UK, including perspectives on the future of the profession and experiences from national colleagues.

🔹 Session 4: HCS Change and Innovation
Discover how Healthcare Scientists are leading service improvement and innovation, including presentations from finalists in our Healthcare Science poster competition showcasing real-world impact across NHS Scotland.

📅 1 September 2026
💻 Online via MS Teams
🎟️ Free to attend

Whether you're interested in strategy, education, leadership, workforce development, service improvement or innovation, there's something for everyone.

Register now and join colleagues from across Scotland to celebrate and shape the future of Healthcare Science. 👉 https://bit.ly/4xlU6wS

06/08/2026

📣 Got your results this week? Remember: there’s no single route into a rewarding NHS career.

As part of the campaign, discover how one Healthcare Scientist's journey took them from working in a casino to a career helping improve patient care in NHS Scotland.

Whether you're heading to college, university, an apprenticeship, employment, or still deciding your next step, there are many pathways into Healthcare Science.

👉 Read the inspiring story: https://bit.ly/4hiaXLD

🔬 Explore Healthcare Science careers: https://bit.ly/4fGQn6t



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