Band 5 Assistant Physicist, Radiological Physics and Radiation Safety

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a Band 5 Assistant Physicist. This role involves liaising with Radiology and IT teams, applying scientific knowledge in a clinical setting. Ideal candidates have a degree in physics or a related field, along with strong analytical and programming skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that offers generous benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Generous benefits

Advanced training opportunities

Qualifications

• Honours degree (First or 2:1) or equivalent in physics or a related field.
• Project work involving measurement and data analysis.
• Previous experience in a scientific or engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Liaise closely with Radiology PACS and IT teams.
• Demonstrate personal initiative and flexibility in work.

Skills

Effective workload prioritization

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint

High accuracy for precision measurements

Computer programming skills

Education

Honours degree in physics or a related field

Relevant MSc in medical or radiation physics

Job description

Band 5 Assistant Physicist, Radiological Physics and Radiation Safety

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 enthusiasm for applying science in the clinical environment. The post holder will liaise closely with the Radiology PACS and trust IT teams and should have skills in computer programming and software development related to the team's work.

About us

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

Our size and scale offer unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to work-life balance. We provide flexible hours, generous benefits, and advanced training to help you advance your career.

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Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Education & professional Qualifications

• Honours degree (First or 2:1) or equivalent in physics or a related field with a major physics component; OR Honours degree (2:2) plus a relevant MSc or higher degree in medical or radiation physics.

Experience

• Project work involving measurement and data analysis
• Previous experience in a scientific or engineering role

Skills and aptitudes

• Effective workload prioritization and time management
• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and diligence
• Strong verbal and written communication, including interdisciplinary communication
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• High accuracy and dexterity for precision measurements
• Ability to lift and move medium/heavy equipment such as X-ray test devices
• Proficiency in computer programming and computer science skills

Personal Qualities & attributes

• Interest and commitment to applying science in clinical patient care
• Alignment with NHS values and patient-centered care
• Flexibility, adaptability, and initiative
• Effective team working skills within clinical settings
• Innovative thinking
• Ability to maintain focus in busy environments
• Self-motivated, organized, and deadline-oriented

Others

• Ability to travel between sites with heavy, bulky test equipment
• Own vehicle for site visits

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Salary: £37,259 to £45,356 per annum, inclusive of HCAS.