Job overview
Principal Clinical Scientist (MRI Physics), Band 8a
This 12-month maternity cover position is an exciting opportunity for a talented clinical scientist to join the The MRI & US Physics team at Barts Health.
We support the Radiology MRI & US services, and are composed of four other full-time MR physicists, one US physicist and two specialist INIR STP trainees.
A key aspect of this role will be aiding the MRI physics team support Clinical Trials and other research projects, and the successful candidate will be encouraged to develop their own research interests. We collaborate with Institutes of the Barts Medical School and other QMUL departments.
Main duties of the job
Barts Radiology currently has 11 MRI scanners across five hospitals and the successful candidate will act as a site Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert (MRSE) and will support the clinical service in collaboration with senior members of the team. There will also be opportunities to cross cover for our Ultrasound Physicist.
This would be an excellent post for a candidate looking to broaden their experience in pursuit of MRSE accreditation, or to develop project management skills by contributing to MRI procurement and replacement projects.
Barts Clinical Physics takes an active role in the STP scheme and the post-holder will actively participate in the INIR training at Barts Health. Although an 8a post, we would be prepared to offer the post at Band 7 to a successful candidate with less experience
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a relevant subject
2. Relevant MSc or higher degree
3. HCPC Registered Clinical Scientist (or will qualify in reasonable time frame)
Desirable criteria
4. PhD or equivalent experience in MRI or Ultrasound
5. MR Safety Expert
Experience
Essential criteria
6. Advanced experience in the field of MRI Physics
7. SOP / GISP writing
8. Proven experience of building and working in partnership with both internal and external stakeholders.
9. Practical experience of in-vivo MRI scanning
Desirable criteria
10. Experience in providing U/S Physics Support
11. Experience of supporting translating innovation in Clinical Protocols/Procedures
Knowledge
Essential criteria
12. Specialism in Imaging with non-ionising radiation
13. In-depth understanding of MRI physics and technology
14. In-depth understanding of MRI Safety
15. Higher programming language
16. High Level of understanding of Risk Assessment and Risk Management processes and techniques with significant experience in carrying these out
Desirable criteria
17. Understanding of US Physics
Skills
Essential criteria
18. Able to write advanced software
19. Experience in delivery of teaching and professional training
20. Post-graduate supervision
21. Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to relate, empathise and effectively communicate with colleagues at all levels and backgrounds
Desirable criteria
22. Present complex scientific papers to international conferences
23. Post-graduate supervision
24. Experience of US QA and Sonography
**Visa Sponsorship Information**
Recent changes to UK immigration policy on the Health and Care Visa and Skilled Worker Visa could mean that this role is not eligible for sponsorship or that you may not meet the eligibility criteria.
Sponsorship can only be offered if this post and any individual offered employment meet all the Home Office’s requirements under the UK Skilled Worker visa scheme.
If you are applying from outside the UK or will require sponsorship, please mention this clearly in your application.
To be eligible for sponsorship, the following conditions must be met:
25. Eligible role: The position must be on the UK Skilled Worker visa list. You can check your eligibility here: -.
26. Salary threshold: The role must meet the minimum salary set by the Home Office. Please note that for roles employed under Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions, the High-Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) is not included when calculating the basic salary for the purposes of sponsorship.
27. Skill level: The role must meet the minimum skill requirement of RQF Level 6 or above (graduate level).
28. English language: Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at CEFR level B2 or higher.
29. Other criteria: Applicants must meet all other criteria as set out by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)