Senior Band 7 Clinical Scientist - Nuclear Medicine

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious healthcare provider in Birmingham is looking for a Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine. The successful candidate will provide scientific support across a range of diagnostic investigations and therapies. Key responsibilities include ensuring equipment quality control, legislative compliance, and providing scientific advice. Ideal applicants will have a degree in Physics or a relevant field, relevant postgraduate qualifications, and experience in nuclear medicine. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in imaging with Ionizing Radiation at the basic training level.
• Good understanding of radiation protection principles.
• Experience managing trainee clinical scientists.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific support in Nuclear Medicine and PET Centre.
• Ensure legislative compliance and equipment QC.
• Handle unsealed radioactive liquids safely.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

IT skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Honours degree in Physics or relevant subject

Relevant higher degree (e.g. MSc, MPhil, PhD)

Completion of NHS Scientist Training Programme

Registration as Clinical Scientist

Membership of IPEM or relevant professional body

Tools

Nuclear medicine software

Job description

A prestigious healthcare provider in Birmingham is looking for a Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine. The successful candidate will provide scientific support across a range of diagnostic investigations and therapies. Key responsibilities include ensuring equipment quality control, legislative compliance, and providing scientific advice. Ideal applicants will have a degree in Physics or a relevant field, relevant postgraduate qualifications, and experience in nuclear medicine. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment.