Senior Clinical Scientist in Radiation Protection

st georges nhs trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a highly skilled Senior Radiological Protection Officer to support radiation safety compliance and service delivery. This role involves acting as a Medical Physics Examiner and conducting audits for external customers. Flexible working is offered within a supportive community environment alongside excellent transport links. This position is crucial for maintaining high standards in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Benefits

Flexible working

Supportive community environment

Qualifications

• Experience in radiation protection or a related field.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Ability to conduct audits and provide compliance advice.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Radiation Protection in delivering responsibilities.
• Act as appointed Medical Physics Examiner for external sites.
• Audit services for compliance and provide corrective actions.
• Investigate radiation incidents and report findings.
• Develop scientific and technical services for RPC.

Job description

Job Title: Senior Radiological Protection Officer

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated and scientifically skilled individual to fill a senior role within the St. George's Radiological Protection Centre (RPC). The successful applicant will work within the diagnostic radiology service, acting as an appointed Medical Physics Examiner (MPE) for a range of external customers, and ensuring compliance with the regulatory framework.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Head of Radiation Protection in delivering RPC’s service commitments.
• Acting as the appointed MPE to sites that are the responsibility of the post holder.
• Auditing services for compliance with legislation relating to radiation and laser safety, and advising on corrective actions.
• Investigating radiation incidents and providing accurate incident reports to clients.
• Contributing to the development of RPC’s scientific and technical services.
• Participating in the department’s scientific research and development activities.
• Providing advice on legislation and guidance in radiation protection to clients.

The RPC delivers RPA, RWA, MPE, and LPA advice and services to healthcare organisations across the UK, with dedicated premises and ample office space.

Benefits include flexible working and a supportive community environment. This role offers an opportunity to work in a major trauma centre within a vibrant community with excellent transport links.

This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Dec 2025.