Higher Scientist - Radiotherapy and Radiation Dosimetry, Teddington
Client:
National Physical Laboratory
Location:
Teddington, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
eb4e68cd7188
Job Views:
4
Posted:
25.06.2025
Expiry Date:
09.08.2025
Job Description:
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a permanent position as Higher Scientist in NPL’s world-leading Radiotherapy and Radiation Dosimetry group. As a Higher Scientist, you'll be expected to acquire new knowledge to find solutions to advance our research. Also, if commercial opportunities arise from your work, you'll need to flag these – as this is how new products and services are born. At NPL, we learn from each other, respect each other, and work together to do better for ourselves and our customers.
The Radiotherapy and Radiation Dosimetry group provides world-class research, calibrations, specialised measurement services, and training for the dosimetry of ionising radiation in cancer therapy, industrial sterilisation of medical devices and pharmaceuticals, and radiation protection.
We are looking to recruit a talented physicist with significant experience in radiation therapy dosimetry to plan and deliver a variety of research projects and measurement services supporting the development of dosimetry for new and emerging radiotherapy techniques. Responsibilities may include:
* Support of primary standard measurements using graphite calorimeters in various radiotherapy modalities.
* The use of modelling techniques using Monte Carlo methods.
* The development of tools and guidelines for clinical adoption of microdosimetry.
* The development of measurement techniques and detectors for various radiotherapy modalities.
* Presenting research results in publications, reports, and at international conferences.
The successful candidate will also assist in developing and delivering medical and radiation protection measurement services, primarily on-site at Teddington using facilities such as a clinical linac, cobalt-60 irradiator, and RayStation treatment planning system. Occasional work off-site or overseas may be required. Additional responsibilities include:
* Applying expertise to solve customer challenges and grow our commercial business.
* Collaborating closely with the radiotherapy community.
We offer a hybrid working environment with flexible options to support work-life balance, depending on the role.
About You
To succeed as a Higher Scientist, you should have a good first degree in physical sciences, a relevant PhD or postgraduate experience, and a willingness to work offsite or abroad occasionally. We encourage professional development and membership of relevant bodies.
Essential skills include excellent experimental, computer, and communication skills, with attention to detail. Experience in calibration laboratories, radiotherapy departments, Monte Carlo modelling, and familiarity with clinical radiation equipment are highly desirable. You should be enthusiastic, conscientious, and a quick learner.
At NPL, we set the standards that underpin the UK's prosperity and quality of life, addressing global issues like climate change, healthcare, and technology development.
Additional Information
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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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