Job summary
We are seeking a motivated clinical scientist to join the MR & US Physics groups within the Medical Physics & Clinical Engineering department at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, for a fixed term period of 12 months. This is a new opportunity for an ambitious individual with experience of MR & US physics within healthcare, to contribute to the development and improvement of a wide range of advanced MR techniques supporting a comprehensive clinical service. With the expansion of MR & US services regionally through the current Community Diagnostic Centres programme, we expect a permanent position to become available during this fixed-term duration.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. We welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Key responsibilities
The post holder will work in the MRI & US physics groups of Radiation Physics, led by the Head of Non-ionising Imaging Physics, to provide specialist scientific support for complex issues including MR safety advice, MR & US quality assurance programmes, assessment of image artefacts, optimisation of image quality and protocols, related image analysis, working in multi-disciplinary teams, advising on equipment management, and maintaining related documentation. The post holder is expected to develop advanced knowledge in an MRI specialty and a broad knowledge of current US systems and techniques.
Further responsibilities
In addition, the post holder will initiate and undertake research and development in imaging physics. This could include self-initiated projects, collaborations within the department or with external stakeholders, and co-supervising University student projects. The University of Nottingham has a large team of internationally renowned MR researchers and a track record in MRI development. The hospital and university MR groups have strong collaborative links, and the post holder would be encouraged to participate in this collaboration. Depending on experience, the post holder may be eligible to apply for an associate/honorary faculty appointment at the University, which we would strongly support.
You should be an HCPC registered clinical scientist, or eligible to apply (e.g., completing the STP with a specialism in imaging with non-ionising radiation). We would support future applications for HSST if required. Duties will be split 80% MRI and 20% Ultrasound.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Post graduate degree in sciences or equivalent
Desirable
* PhD
Experience
* The application of Medical Physics, especially MRI and Diagnostic Radiology in clinical environments
Analytical
* Able to analyze and interpret complex scientific data
Desirable
* Able to review and critically appraise emerging scientific literature
Organisational
* Self-motivated and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Research
* Able to design and manage R&D projects
Note: This role includes Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and UK professional registration requirements as detailed below.
Compliance and sponsorship
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS disclosure.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more information please see the employer details.
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Queens Medical Centre
Derby Road
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
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