Research Radiographer

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Edinburgh is seeking a qualified radiographer to join a state-of-the-art imaging facility. The role entails performing vital radiographic examinations and participating in cutting-edge imaging research. Candidates must have experience in MRI, CT, and PET/CT scanning. This position offers a competitive salary between £41,064 and £51,753 per annum, alongside various staff benefits, in a dynamic work environment promoting equality and diversity.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Competitive pension schemes

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in MRI, CT and PET/CT scanning is essential.
• Strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in adhering to clinical protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic examinations to assist in patient management.
• Participate in clinical examinations and research studies.
• Contribute to clinical trials involving advanced imaging techniques.

Skills

Experience in MRI, CT and PET/CT scanning

Excellent team working skills

Ability to follow protocols and procedures

Able to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

Grade UE7N: £41,064- £51,753 per annum, and 7% market pay supplement

CMVM, SNCS/ Edinburgh Imaging

Full Time: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: 24 months

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified radiographer to join a state-of-the art imaging facility and take part in cutting edge imaging research. The post will primarily be based in the Queens Medical Research Institute but with the possibility of rotation within our other facility based in the Royal Infirmary.

Responsibilities

The post holder will perform radiographic examinations, providing direct care and a high quality diagnostic service in order to assist in the management of patients within Edinburgh Imaging Facility QMRI, and the MRI imaging facility in Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. This will involve participating in the provision of on-going programmes of clinical examinations, research studies and clinical trials involving MRI, CT and PET/CT scanning

This post is full-time (35 hours per week).

The salary for this post is £41064 - £51,753 per annual and a 7% market pay supplement.

Your skills and attributes for success

• Experience in MRI, CT and PET/CT scanning
• Excellent team working skills
• Ability to follow protocols and procedures
• Ability to deal with the patients, researchers and other facility staff in a respectful and in a professional manner
• Able to work under pressure and with a flexible and pragmatic attitude

Application documents

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Cover letter

As a valued member of our team you can expect

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Right to work

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 16th January 2026.

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Interviews will be held in February 2026.