Principal Clinical Scientist (MRI Physics) | Barts Health NHS Trust

Barts Health NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS organization in Greater London is seeking a qualified clinical scientist to support MRI services, emphasizing protocol development in cancer imaging with AI methods. This permanent position involves acting as a Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert, supporting clinical trials, and collaborating in innovative research projects. Candidates must be state registered with experience in MRI physics. This role offers an exciting opportunity within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Qualifications

• State registered clinical scientist with experience in MRI physics.
• Ability to develop imaging protocols and support clinical research.
• Interest or experience in AI applications for oncology imaging.

Responsibilities

• Act as Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert (MRSE).
• Support clinical trials and develop novel research projects.
• Contribute to protocol development in cancer imaging.

Skills

Experience in MRI physics

Development of imaging protocols

AI applications in oncology imaging

Education

State registered clinical scientist

Job description

About the Team

This MRI & US Physics team at Barts Health supports the Radiology MRI service and is composed of four full‑time MRI physicists, one US physicist and two specialist INIR STP trainees.

Position Overview

This permanent position is an exciting opportunity for a talented state‑registered clinical scientist to join the team and support our ongoing work in MRI, with a particular focus on protocol development in cancer imaging, incorporating AI methods.

Radiology currently has 10 MRI scanners (including a dedicated research scanner) across five hospitals with a further scanner due this year.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert (MRSE) and support both the clinical service and clinical research.
• Support clinical trials and develop novel research projects.
• Contribute to protocol development in cancer imaging, with a focus on AI methods.
• Participate actively in the INIR training at Barts Health.
• Encourage development of personal research interests and collaborate with Barts Medical School and other QMUL departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• State registered clinical scientist with experience in MRI physics.
• Demonstrated ability to develop imaging protocols and support clinical research.
• Experience or interest in AI applications for oncology imaging is desirable.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. A copy of both documents is available on request.

Recruitment and Contact

Contact Joe Martin (Head of MRI & US Physics) at [e-mail] for further information or to arrange an informal call/visit.

Proposed interview date: 5/1/2026.

Company Vision

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, committed to becoming an outstanding organisation with world‑class clinical reputation. We value inclusion and are dedicated to promoting belonging for all staff.

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Friday 26 Dec 2025.