Clinical Scientist - Nuclear Medicine

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in London is seeking a Clinical Scientist to provide scientific and clinical support in the Nuclear Medicine Department. The position involves administering therapies, supporting technical teams, and developing image processing protocols. Candidates should possess an appropriate degree and state registration as a Clinical Scientist. This role offers a competitive salary and a full-time position with a commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Specialised training and practical experience in Nuclear Medicine and Radiation Protection.
• Experience with technical equipment used in Nuclear Medicine and QA.
• Experience in computing relevant to Nuclear Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the delivery of clinical nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapy service.
• Administer oral radionuclide therapies for patients.
• Provide nuclear medicine physics support to other hospitals.

Skills

Clear communication of complex information

Judgement and analysis of complex data

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

High physical accuracy and manual dexterity

Ability to teach, train and supervise staff

Education

Good (1st or 2nd Class) Honours degree in physics or engineering

Postgraduate qualification in physics or medical physics to MSc level

State registration with the Health & Care Professions Council as a Clinical Scientist

Tools

Specialised equipment used in Nuclear Medicine

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Clinical Scientist who shares our vision to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. You will join a dedicated, multi-professional team that places patients at the heart of the care we provide, offering scientific and clinical support to our comprehensive service.

The Nuclear Medicine Department, part of the Radiation Services group at Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, provides a wide range of diagnostic imaging and in-vitro investigations together with molecular radiotherapies including I-131, Ra-223 and Lu-177 PSMA. We also provide scientific, technical and radiation protection advice and support to nuclear medicine services at other NHS Trusts.

Our Values are Include, Respect and Improve. Please refer to our values during recruitment and beyond. Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY at Mount Vernon Cancer Centre; remote interviews will not be available.

Main duties

You will participate in the delivery of the clinical nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapy service, providing scientific and technical support. After training you will administer oral radionuclide therapies for patients with benign and malignant thyroid disease and support technologists/radiographers to deliver other therapies. You will work with the Lead Clinical Scientists and Lead Practitioner to develop SPECT/CT image processing, analysis protocols, and dosimetry for molecular radiotherapies. Working under the guidance of the MPEs you will provide nuclear medicine physics support to other hospitals and travel as required.

About Us

East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust is proud of its range of general and specialist services and our 6,000+ dedicated staff who ensure patients get the best care. We strive to be flexible and innovative in how we work and deliver services to our catchment, now more important than ever.

Hospitals we run:

• The Lister Hospital, Stevenage
• New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City
• Hertford County, Hertford
• Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood

We continue to transform to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff deliver high-quality, compassionate care. We are committed to a positive work-life balance and flexible working patterns; requests will be considered formally and balanced against service needs.

Job details

Date posted: 06 October 2025

Band 7, £53,751 to £60,651 per annum, plus 15% High Cost Area Supplement (minimum £4,552; maximum £5,735 pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Working pattern: Full-time

Reference: 361-7480620 | Location: Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, HA6 2RN

Job responsibilities

ENHT seeks to maintain and expand the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre staff as we move to an exciting new future. We welcome applications from individuals who want to contribute to a developing cancer service, building on the Cancer Centre’s reputation, research and patient experience. A 15% High Cost Area Supplement applies as detailed above.

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• Good (1st or 2nd Class) Honours degree in physics or engineering
• Postgraduate qualification in physics or medical physics to MSc level
• State registration with the Health & Care Professions Council as a Clinical Scientist

Desirable

• Completion of Scientist Training Programme (STP) or equivalent
• Close to completion of training and registration may be considered for initial Band 6

Experience

Essential

• Specialised training and practical experience in Nuclear Medicine and Radiation Protection
• Experience with technical equipment used in Nuclear Medicine and QA
• Experience in computing relevant to Nuclear Medicine

Desirable

• Experience in SPECT/CT imaging
• Experience in Nuclear Medicine therapy procedures
• Experience in radiopharmacy and/or cell labelling

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of imaging and therapy techniques in nuclear medicine
• Knowledge of radiation protection legislation and standards

Desirable

• Knowledge of radiopharmacy principles and in-vitro diagnostics
• Knowledge of good clinical practice in research

Other requirements

• Ability to plan and coordinate work involving staff and equipment from other departments
• Ability to make accurate measurements with specialised equipment
• Occasional lifting or moving of equipment and lead shields
• Patient handling support as needed
• Ability to concentrate for long periods and work in a cancer care environment with anxious patients
• Flexibility to handle unpredictable situations
• Teamwork and ability to work independently in radiopharmacy
• Ability to safely prepare radioactive materials
• Understanding hazards: ionising radiation, infectious materials, solvents
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in policy, service development and delivery
• Role model Trust values daily

Skills

Essential

• Clear communication of complex information to patients and multidisciplinary staff
• Judgement and analysis of complex data to determine appropriate actions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for documents and data extraction
• High physical accuracy and manual dexterity for dispensing radiopharmaceuticals and using equipment
• Ability to teach, train and supervise staff
• Public speaking and presenting scientific papers
• Apply knowledge to implement procedures and develop existing ones
• Prioritise own work and adapt to changing requirements
• Use and develop clinical applications software

Desirable

• Ability to act independently within professional guidelines with manager oversight as needed

Other statements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require DBS check. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For details see NHS Careers.

Employer: East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust, Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, HA6 2RN. Website: https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/