Band 5 Assistant Physicist, Radiological Physics and Radiation Safety

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in London is seeking an experienced individual with a physics background for a permanent position. The role requires excellent analytical skills, the ability to manage workload effectively, and experience in project work involving data analysis. Candidates should demonstrate commitment to clinical applications of science and be proficient in various software tools. This full-time role offers competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Generous benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in physics or related discipline with major physics component.
• Experience in project work involving extensive measurement and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Radiology PACS and IT teams.
• Engage in computer programming and software development.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Education

Honours degree in physics or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job summary

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

The post would suit someone with a physics background who can demonstrate personal initiative, flexibility, team working skills and an enthusiasm for the application of science to the clinical environment. The post holder will be required to liaise closely with the Radiology PACS and trust IT teams and also have the skills to be involved in computer programming and software development related to the work of the team.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details Date posted

31 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£37,259 to £45,356 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

391-RFL-7368882

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification Education & professional Qualifications Essential

• Honours degree (First or 2:1) or equivalent in physics or containing a major physics component; OR Honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in physics or containing a major physics component, plus a relevant MSc or higher degree or equivalent level of knowledge in medical or radiation physics

Experience Essential

• Project work involving extensive measurement and analysis of data

Desirable

• Previous work experience in a scientific or engineering role
• Computer programming experience

Skills and aptitudes Essential

• Able to prioritise and manage own workload with effective time management skills
• Analytical problem solving abilities
• Diligent and attentive to detail
• Good verbal and written communication abilities, including the ability to communicate across professions
• IT literate and competent in the use of Excel, Word and Powerpoint
• High degree of physical accuracy and dexterity for making precision measurements
• Able to lift and move medium/heavy weights e.g. X-ray test equipment

Desirable

• Proficient in computer programming
• Computer science skills

Personal Qualities & attributes Essential

• Demonstrates a keen interest and commitment to the application of science to clinical care of patients in a clinical environment
• Demonstrates the values and principles of the NHS Constitution with a focus on patient centred care
• Ability to be flexible and adaptive and to show initiative
• Ability to work effectively within a team both within the department and in the wider clinical context
• Ability to undertake innovative work
• Ability to maintain frequent periods of concentration in a busy environment
• Self motivated, organised and able to work to deadlines

Others Essential

• Ability to travel between sites with test equipment , that can be heavy and bulky, in a timely manner

Desirable

• Clean driving license
• Own car for visits to

Person Specification Education & professional Qualifications Essential

• Honours degree (First or 2:1) or equivalent in physics or containing a major physics component; OR Honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in physics or containing a major physics component, plus a relevant MSc or higher degree or equivalent level of knowledge in medical or radiation physics

Experience Essential

• Project work involving extensive measurement and analysis of data

Desirable

• Previous work experience in a scientific or engineering role
• Computer programming experience

Skills and aptitudes Essential

• Able to prioritise and manage own workload with effective time management skills
• Analytical problem solving abilities
• Diligent and attentive to detail
• Good verbal and written communication abilities, including the ability to communicate across professions
• IT literate and competent in the use of Excel, Word and Powerpoint
• High degree of physical accuracy and dexterity for making precision measurements
• Able to lift and move medium/heavy weights e.g. X-ray test equipment

Desirable

• Proficient in computer programming
• Computer science skills

Personal Qualities & attributes Essential

• Demonstrates a keen interest and commitment to the application of science to clinical care of patients in a clinical environment
• Demonstrates the values and principles of the NHS Constitution with a focus on patient centred care
• Ability to be flexible and adaptive and to show initiative
• Ability to work effectively within a team both within the department and in the wider clinical context
• Ability to undertake innovative work
• Ability to maintain frequent periods of concentration in a busy environment
• Self motivated, organised and able to work to deadlines

Others Essential

• Ability to travel between sites with test equipment , that can be heavy and bulky, in a timely manner

Desirable

• Clean driving license
• Own car for visits to

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).

Additional information 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).

Employer details Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)