Scientific Officer: Radiotherapy Physics Modelling

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute is seeking a Scientific Officer in Radiotherapy Physics Modelling. The role involves providing laboratory assistance, user training, and contributing to research projects. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in Physics or Biomedical Sciences, with knowledge of Matlab, Python, or C/C++. Join a dynamic team in a cutting-edge research environment.

Benefits

Dynamic and supportive research environment

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Professional development opportunities

Collaboration with leading researchers

Competitive salary and pension

Qualifications

• Experience of working under pressure and adhering to established deadlines.
• Ability to understand and discuss scientific projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled laboratory assistance in pre-clinical projects.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of ongoing research projects.
• Perform monthly quality assurance for x-ray radiation devices.

Skills

Matlab

Python

C/C++

Teamwork

Organization

Education

BSc. in Physics or Biomedical Sciences

MSc. in Physics and Engineering or Biomedical Sciences

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Scientific Officer: Radiotherapy Physics Modelling, Sutton

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Client:

The Institute of Cancer Research

Location:

Sutton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

819bae14366e

Job Views:

3

Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

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Job Description:

Under the guidance of Professor Uwe Oelfke, we are seeking to recruit a Scientific Officer to provide skilled laboratory assistance in pre-clinical projects in radiobiological and immunological research. The successful candidate will provide first-line user training and support for our three x-ray radiation devices, including performing the monthly quality assurance. They will also be expected to contribute to the design and delivery of ongoing research projects.

About you

The successful candidate must have:

• A BSc. in Physics or Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent)
• MSc. in Physics and Engineering or Biomedical Sciences (desirable)
• A basic knowledge of Matlab, Python, or C/C++
• The ability to understand and discuss scientific projects
• Experience of working under pressure and adhering to established deadlines
• The ability to work independently whilst still being a good team player
• Excellent organisation skills with attention to detail

Department/Directorate Information

The Radiotherapy Physics Modelling Team, led by Professor Uwe Oelfke, sits within the Division of Radiotherapy and Imaging. We are applying cutting-edge radiotherapy techniques in a multidisciplinary setting to investigate the application of radiation in in-vitro and in-vivo settings. The postholder will be based within the Centre for Cancer Imaging, which houses 130 imaging researchers from various disciplines.

What we offer

• A dynamic and supportive research environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
• Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
• Competitive salary and pension