Principal Clinical Scientist, Radiology Physics
Job Summary
Radiology Physics is part of the expanding Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department at EKHUFT, which is raising its profile within the Trust and building connections with other Trusts and Universities. We are a diverse, vibrant, dynamic department, well-integrated into the Trust and with representation and support at Care Group level. The section provides scientific, technical and regulatory support to a wide range of X‑ray, ultrasound and laser facilities across the Trust, including Cardiac Catheter Laboratories and the Kent interventional Radiology Centre. Committed to providing a high quality, effective service and are able to offer opportunities for training, career development and progression within a team. Although the post is for a Registered Clinical Scientist with MPE and/or RPA accreditation, applicants who do not currently meet all of the essential criteria may be considered with an adjusted banding and job development plan. HCPC registration is required within an agreed time‑frame. Please contact us to discuss options. We can offer flexible working. A relocation package is also available. The current team comprises members, including clinical scientists, clinical technologists, associate healthcare scientist, a medical physics radiographer and technical administrator. Recent staff surveys have demonstrated that staff in our department feel valued, listened to and supported in their work. There is a fair, inclusive and positive culture within the team.
Main Duties of the Job
* Operate with a high level of autonomy in providing specialised scientific, technical and regulatory expertise, often of a complex nature, to the Trust and other organisations.
* Plan and manage their own workload and projects; prioritising work appropriately, adapting in response to emerging urgent requests.
* Work with the Radiology Physics Team Lead to provide a safe, efficient and effective service.
* Act as at least two of the following three statutory roles:
o Medical Physics Expert (MPE) for Radiology as required by the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017
o Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA) as required by the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017.
o Radioactive Waste Adviser as required by the Environmental Permitting Regulations.
* Support the chair of the Trust Radiation Advisory Committee by implementing and auditing legislation and other relevant guidance in radiation protection.
* Play a key role in teaching, training and developing staff to achieve and maintain competence and work towards accreditation in statutory roles.
* Initiate and participate in research and development.
* Be accountable for the work of staff and students who they are supervising.
* Maintain RPA, MPE, RWA accreditation in accordance with legislation.
About Us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day‑to‑day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Details
* Posted: 03 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: 8b (Band 8b)
* Salary: £64,455 to £74,896 per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 344-0875DCB-J
* Job location: Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training (Essential)
* Honours degree in a relevant subject
* MSc in a relevant subject
* MIPEM
* HCPC Registration as Clinical Scientist
* MPE, RPA and RWA Certification
Qualifications and Training (Desirable)
* PhD in relevant field
* CSci
* Management Training
Clinical Skills and Experience (Essential)
* Extensive experience working in the field of diagnostic radiology physics and radiation protection
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* Excellent organisation skills
* Ability to prioritise and manage own work
* Ability to supervise and manage staff
* Ability to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence
* Highly developed manual dexterity and the ability to make accurate, precise measurements using sophisticated testing equipment
* Ability to work accurately and quickly, applying scientific methods to resolve complex problems
* Ability to concentrate on complex problems for prolonged periods when frequently subjected to unpredictable working patterns
Clinical Skills and Experience (Desirable)
* Record of Scientific publications in relevant peer reviewed journals
* Participation in national professional affairs
* Project management
* Demonstrable experience working with (and advising on) the safe use of sealed and unsealed sources of ionising radiation
* Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of other imaging modalities (Ultrasound, NM, MRI etc)
* Demonstrable experience advising on the safe use of lasers and other forms of optical radiation
Governance (Essential)
* Report to the Trust Radiation Advisory Committee.
* Support the Medical Physics Governance Groups, (Quality & Risk and Finance & Performance)
Personal/professional attributes (Essential)
* Reliable, punctual, flexible
* Good interpersonal skills including negotiation
* Ability to motivate self and others
* Ability to work effectively and positively within a team
Other Requirements (Essential)
* To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
* Ability to lift medium/heavy test equipment occasionally, greater than 10kg
* Hold a valid UK driving licence
Disclosures and Checks
* This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
* Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
* Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
* Employer name: East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
* Address: Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
* Website: https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/
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