Senior Clinical Scientist, Radiation Protection

Cambridge University Hospitals; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site leisure facilities

Bus travel discount

Park and Ride subsidy

Staff parking discount

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Clinical Scientist with expertise in radiation protection and diagnostic radiology physics to lead and coordinate key service areas. The role requires HCPC registration, potential certification as RPA/MPE, and active involvement in teaching and regional collaborations.

The post involves travel across the region, working within an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, and delivering high-quality patient care within a

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Clinical Scientist with significant experience in diagnostic radiology physics and radiation protection services.
• Qualified to act as Medical Physics Expert or Radiation Protection Adviser within 6 months of appointment.
• Experience in coordinating and supervising the work of others and delivering multidisciplinary teaching.
• Ability to travel regularly across the region and work from other hospitals as required.
• UK professional registration is mandatory and Disclosure checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate specific areas of the service depending on skills and experience.
• Deliver expertise in radiation protection and diagnostic radiology physics to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices.
• Support teaching and training activities across the service and with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Communication skills

Teaching and training

Travel readiness

Education

MSc. in Medical/Radiation Physics

Job description

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Clinical Scientist with expertise in radiation protection and diagnostic radiology physics to lead and coordinate key service areas. The role requires HCPC registration, potential certification as RPA/MPE, and active involvement in teaching and regional collaborations.

The post involves travel across the region, working within an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, and delivering high-quality patient care within a