Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated MR physicist to join the Radiological Sciences Unit based at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust (ICHT). This is a new, permanent, band 8a Senior Magnetic Resonance Physicist position to join our growing team. Candidates with less experience may be considered for appointment at a lower band.
Based in West London, our MR physics team support 14 MR systems within our Trust and several more across the North West London sector and external organisations. We provide support for a wide range of clinical services and research activity.
Applicants should be HCPC-registered clinical scientists, or eligible to attain registration within a suitable timeframe, and have experience in clinical and/or research MRI.
Interviews provisionally planned for 21st September.
For further information please contact Rebecca Quest (rebecca.quest@nhs.net) or Mary Finnegan (mary.finnegan@nhs.net)
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role include:
- Clinical service delivery and improvement
- MR safety services
- Installation and quality assurance of MR systems
- Research, development and innovation activities
- Teaching and training
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in a relevant subject
- Relevant MSc or equivalent
- State registration as a Clinical Scientist or ability to achieve within a reasonable timescale
Desirable
- 1st or 2nd class honours degree
- Successful completion of Scientist Training Programme in Medical Physics, or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in application of MR physics in a clinical environment
- Specialist experience in MR systems, image acquisition and image processing
- Experience in giving responsible MR safety advice
- Practical experience on a range of MR equipment
Desirable
- Teaching at postgraduate level
- Previous involvement in research and development activities
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and understanding of regulations, recommendations and guidelines.
- Self-motivated/ability for problem solving and decision making
- Able to analyse complex data.
- Good computer skills with Microsoft Office specifically Word & Excel)
- Experience of computer programming e.g. Matlab, IDL, python.
- Good communication of complex physics to staff with a range of backgrounds
- Ability to exercise own initiative
- Good public speaking and presentation skills
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in a relevant subject
- Relevant MSc or equivalent
- State registration as a Clinical Scientist or ability to achieve within a reasonable timescale
Desirable
- 1st or 2nd class honours degree
- Successful completion of Scientist Training Programme in Medical Physics, or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in application of MR physics in a clinical environment
- Specialist experience in MR systems, image acquisition and image processing
- Experience in giving responsible MR safety advice
- Practical experience on a range of MR equipment
Desirable
- Teaching at postgraduate level
- Previous involvement in research and development activities
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Specialist knowledge and understanding of regulations, recommendations and guidelines.
- Self-motivated/ability for problem solving and decision making
- Able to analyse complex data.
- Good computer skills with Microsoft Office specifically Word & Excel)
- Experience of computer programming e.g. Matlab, IDL, python.
- Good communication of complex physics to staff with a range of backgrounds
- Ability to exercise own initiative
- Good public speaking and presentation skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
