Clinical Scientist - Radiotherapy Research Physicist (XR07)
Applications are invited for 2 band 7 Clinical Scientist Radiotherapy Research Physicists at Leeds Cancer Centre, St James's University Hospital. These vacancies follow successful applications for externally funded research projects, including the Innovation award (West Yorkshire & Harrogate Cancer Alliance), Cancer Research UK RadNet Leeds centre of excellence, NIHR Advanced Fellowship Award, and RaySearch research agreement. The projects aim to develop and demonstrate advanced technology to improve radiotherapy treatment, outcomes, and workflows.
We seek Clinical Scientists with radiotherapy physics experience and a research track record. The role supports a multidisciplinary team, providing medical physics support to the radiotherapy physics service. These 4-year positions are part of the department's Research and Innovation workforce expansion, aiming to improve treatment efficiency and quality, enhancing patient care and outcomes.
Main duties of the job
Based in the Radiotherapy Imaging and Treatment Planning Groups within the Radiotherapy Physics Department, the role involves a 50:50 split between clinical duties and research. Responsibilities include treatment planning, plan checking, dosimetry, quality assurance, commissioning, and implementing new techniques. The post also involves system design, data management, and integrating new technologies into workflows. Collaboration with clinical, academic, and technical teams is essential, with opportunities for publication and conference presentations.
This dynamic role suits individuals with a strong foundation in radiotherapy physics, an interest in innovation, and a desire for professional development in clinical and academic contexts.
About us
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the UK’s largest acute hospital trusts, committed to high-quality, safe treatment and care. Our values, known as The Leeds Way, underpin our culture and daily work. The radiotherapy service at St James's treats over 7,500 new patients annually, equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including Versa HD, MR Sim, RayStation, and Gamma Knife ICON. The equipment service was recently renewed for the next 15 years.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to redeploying 'at risk' staff to new roles. Our job adverts are subject to this policy, and delays may occur during shortlisting. Please contact us with any questions.
Job responsibilities
Provide Medical Physics support related to radiotherapy research and development, focusing on the strategic goals of the Radiotherapy Physics section, including treatment planning, dosimetry, quality assurance, imaging, and medical physics advice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* 1st or 2nd class honours degree in a relevant subject
* IPEM-accredited MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent, with Corporate Membership of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine
* State registration as a Clinical Scientist
* PhD
Skills & Behaviours
* Professional conduct, courtesy, and respect for staff and patients
* Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality
* Creative lateral thinking
* Flexible working ability
* Manage large and variable workloads
* Make quick, accurate decisions in stressful situations
* Positive attitude to change
* Prioritize and supervise work effectively
* Communicate complex information clearly to non-physicists
* Concentrate effectively over prolonged periods
* Handle complex, unpredictable situations
Experience
* Knowledge to act as an Operator under IR(ME)R in radiotherapy
* Practical experience in radiotherapy physics
* Understanding patient progress and safety requirements in radiotherapy
* Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines
* Experience as a Referrer and Practitioner for doses
Other criteria
* Ability to meet Occupational Health requirements, including blood-borne virus clearance
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a DBS check due to its nature under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
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