About the role
As a Nuclear Medicine Clinical Scientist based at our teaching hospital in Norwich, you will play a central role in delivering high‑quality diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine services that directly improve patient care. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will apply your scientific expertise to ensure the safe, effective, and innovative use of radioactive materials and advanced imaging technologies.
Key responsibilities
* Support the delivery of diagnostic nuclear medicine imaging and radionuclide therapy services.
* Optimise imaging protocols and undertake quantitative image analysis.
* Perform and oversee quality control of imaging equipment and radiopharmaceuticals.
* Provide scientific advice to clinicians, radiographers, and technologists.
* Contribute to the optimisation of imaging protocols on 3 SPECT/CT imaging systems and the independently owned PET/CT camera; undertake complex data analysis in areas such as kidney GFR evaluation; support the delivery of radionuclide therapies; and ensure compliance with radiation safety legislation.
* Ensure compliance with IRR17, IRMER17 and local radiation safety policies.
* Contribute to risk assessments, audits and incident investigations.
* Support the Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA) and Medical Physics Expert (MPE) functions as appropriate.
* Participate in research, innovation and evaluation of new technologies or techniques.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of new clinical protocols.
* Support departmental teaching and training for trainees, technologists and students.
* Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with departmental and regulatory requirements.
* Participate in departmental meetings, CPD activities and professional networks.
* Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative and patient‑focused working environment.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful candidates who have either completed a structured training programme or are on their way to completion may be appointed within the Annex 21 category and supported to progress to Band 7 once competencies, experience and HCPC registration requirements are met.
Benefits
* Flexible working hours
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
* Multi‑faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
* Discounted gym memberships
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
* Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
* Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
* Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
* On‑site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
* On‑site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
* Support in career development
* Flexible staff bank
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Note
This advert closes on Thursday 14 May 2026
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