Clinical Scientist (Imaging Physicist)

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Nottingham seeks a Clinical Scientist specializing in imaging physics to conduct research and collaborate on various projects. The ideal candidate will hold a postgraduate degree in sciences, have a strong background in Medical Physics, and be an HCPC registered professional. The role emphasizes teamwork and project management and offers a pro-rata salary based on part-time hours.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered clinical scientist or eligible to apply.
• Experience in applications of Medical Physics, especially MRI.
• Analytical skills to interpret complex scientific data.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and undertake research in imaging physics.
• Manage R & D projects related to MRI and Ultrasound.
• Collaborate with university student projects.

Skills

Medical Physics application

Complex data analysis

Project management

Teamwork

Research design

Education

Postgraduate degree in sciences or equivalent

PhD

Job description

Overview

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

In addition, the post holder will initiate and undertake research and development in imaging physics. This could include projects which are self-initiated, collaborative within the department, or collaborative with external stakeholders, including co-supervising University student projects. The University of Nottingham has a large team of internationally renowned MR researchers, and has played a key role in the development of MRI. It houses a range of MR equipment, from the whole body 7T scanner to an upright human MR system, and is currently constructing the UK national 11.7T facility. Strong collaborative links exist between the hospital and university MR groups, and the post holder would be encouraged to participate in this collaboration. Depending on the research experience of the post holder, he or she may be eligible to apply for an associate/honorary faculty appointment at the University, which we would strongly support.

You should be a HCPC registered clinical scientist, or eligible to apply e.g., completing the STP with specialism in imaging with non-ionising radiation. We would support the post holder''s future application for a HSST place if required. Duties will be split 80% for MRI and 20% for Ultrasound.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Post graduate degree in sciences or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• PhD

Experience

Essential criteria

• The application of Medical Physics, especially MRI and Diagnostic Radiology in clinical environments

Analytical

Essential criteria

• Able to analyze and interpret complex scientific data

Desirable criteria

• Able to review and critically appraise emerging scientific literature

Organisational

Essential criteria

• Self-motivated and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Research

Essential criteria

• Able to design and manage R & D projects

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Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 424.4KB)
• Person Specification (PDF, 256.4KB)
• Mindful Employer (PDF, 242.5KB)
• Equality and Diversity (PDF, 122.3KB)
• Equal Opportunities (PDF, 57.4KB)
• Disability Confidence Scheme (PDF, 51.0KB)
• Rehabilitation of Ex Offenders (PDF, 106.0KB)