Job summary
We're looking for a motivated Band 7 MR Physicist to join our growing team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, delivering expert scientific, safety, and research support across acute hospitals, Community Diagnostic Centres and private providers. The post is offered on a fixed-term basis for 12 months, with a start date of November 2025.
For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, contact: rebecca.quest@nhs.netBe part of a dynamic team, shaping the future of MRI.
Main duties of the job
- Provide MR physics and safety expertise across a varied 1.5T & 3T fleet (Philips, Siemens, GE).
- Collaborate with radiographers, radiologists, clinicians, and industry partners to keep services safe and cutting edge.
- Train the next generation of MRI physicists through the Scientist Training Programme.
- Contribute to clinical service innovation and translational research.
- Develop your own areas of interest, with support for professional growth.
- We welcome HCPC-registered candidates, as well as those working towards these credentials.
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
- 1st or 2:1 in an undergraduate honours degree, or an integrated master's degree with a high level of physics
- Relevant MSc or equivalent
- HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist or ability to achieve within a reasonable timescale
Desirable
- Successful completion of Scientist Training Programme in Medical Physics, or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience in application of MR physics in a clinical environment
- Practical experience in MR systems, image acquisition and image processing
- Experience in MR quality assurance
Desirable
- Teaching at postgraduate level
- Previous involvement in research and development activities
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Competence in understanding and application of MR physics and safety
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations, recommendations and guidelines.
- Good computer skills with Microsoft Office specifically Word & Excel
- Computer programming e.g Matlab, python
Desirable
- Statistical analysis techniques
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- 1st or 2:1 in an undergraduate honours degree, or an integrated master's degree with a high level of physics
- Relevant MSc or equivalent
- HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist or ability to achieve within a reasonable timescale
Desirable
- Successful completion of Scientist Training Programme in Medical Physics, or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience in application of MR physics in a clinical environment
- Practical experience in MR systems, image acquisition and image processing
- Experience in MR quality assurance
Desirable
- Teaching at postgraduate level
- Previous involvement in research and development activities
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Competence in understanding and application of MR physics and safety
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations, recommendations and guidelines.
- Good computer skills with Microsoft Office specifically Word & Excel
- Computer programming e.g Matlab, python
Desirable
- Statistical analysis techniques
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).
