Principal Nuclear Medicine Physicist – Radiation Safety Lead | Barts Health NHS Trust

Barts Health NHS Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in London is seeking an experienced Band 8A Nuclear Medicine Clinical Scientist. You will lead radiation safety compliance, contribute to clinical operations and enhance your management skills in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in nuclear medicine and a commitment to outstanding patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Nuclear Medicine Clinical Scientist or equivalent.
• Knowledge of radiation safety compliance and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific and technical service to Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT.
• Ensure compliance with radiation safety legislation.
• Assist with radionuclide therapy services.
• Perform quality assurance on radiation-detecting equipment.
• Assist in commissioning imaging equipment.

Job description

Overview

An opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Band 8A Nuclear Medicine Clinical Scientist to join the Nuclear Medicine Department at St Bartholomew’s Hospital. The postholder will take a leading role in the management and organisation of radiation safety compliance for the department and will work to develop clinical and management skills in a challenging but rewarding role. The Nuclear Medicine Department at Barts Health conducts in excess of 10,000 imaging investigations across three sites using five gamma cameras and two PET/CT cameras, and offers a full suite of in‑vitro tests and a wide range of nuclear medicine therapy services. We are committed to providing outstanding patient care and seek a clinical scientist who shares this vision.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and assist with the provision of high‑standard scientific and technical service to Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT, ensuring activities are carried out within a quality framework and meet regulatory requirements.
• Take a major role in ensuring compliance with radiation safety legislation and guidance.
• Assist with the unsealed radionuclide therapy service.
• Carry out quality assurance measurements on imaging and other radiation‑detecting equipment.
• Assist in the commissioning of major imaging equipment.

About Barts Health

Barts Health NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider. The Barts Health group is focused on improving services and patient safety while delivering harm‑free care. We strive to be a high‑performing group of NHS hospitals with a world‑class clinical reputation and a welcoming, inclusive culture.

Inclusion and Working Arrangements

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value differences and support an inclusive working environment. We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage applicants to discuss options with the recruiting manager.

Application and Selection

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band. This advert closes on Friday 12 Sep 2025.