Job summary
The Radiotherapy and Proton Beam Therapy (PBT) departments, in academic partnership with UCL, have an exciting opportunity for a Research and Development Specialist Therapeutic Radiographer posts. The successful post holder will be at the forefront of cutting edge research and technological developments across the departments.
The post holder will lead research and development in key areas including motion management, advanced imaging, including functional imaging, and adaptive techniques across the Radiotherapy and PBT services. It will be the responsibility of the post holder to lead on site-specific research and development as part of the academic collaboration with UCL. They will be required to facilitate the opening of clinical studies and trials in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and Research Governance requirements and to obtain informed patient consent for clinical trials. The post holder will agree, document, communicate and implement policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures necessary for optimum participation in, and recruitment to, clinical trials within the remit of their area of chosen doctorate research and other trials. The roles involve the collation and analysis of research data and the dissemination of findings locally, nationally and internationally via presentations and publications.
Main duties of the job
This is an autonomous role where the post holder is expected to manage their own case-load and is accountable for their own professional actions and the actions of more junior staff members.
Promote, develop, design and implement highly specialised clinical radiotherapy practices across the photon and proton departments using evidence-based research in conjunction with multi-disciplinary team.
Promote, develop, design and implement highly specialised clinical radiotherapy research projects using extensive knowledge base within radiotherapy, radiotherapy physics, UCL and medical equipment vendors.
As part of the multi-disciplinary team, agree, document, communicate and implement policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures necessary for optimum participation in and recruitment radiotherapy trials.
Undertaking a postgraduate doctorate is a requirement for the post which may will linking with other hospitals, industry and Higher Education Institutions.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological,gastrointestinaland oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclearmedicineandpathology.
Weare committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more informationregardingthe main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLHa great placeto work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more informationregardingthe main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLHa great placeto work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification
- Health Profession Council (HCPC) registration as a therapy or nuclear medicine radiographer
- MSc or Master's level equivalent qualification
- Work towards and complete a PhD within their role
Desirable
- Clinical experience in planning, dosimetry and research activities
- Participation in audit/clinical governance
Experience
Essential
- Relevant postgraduate experience with specialist training and knowledge and significant experience as a band 7 radiographer or clinical scientist.
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
- Leadership experience
- Specialist knowledge of research techniques, analysis and use of information
- Track-record of publications in peer-reviewed journals
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Analysis and interpretation of statistical/ analytical/ research outcomes and queries
- Provide specialist clinical training and undertake presentations, both within the department and nationally in conferences and workshops
- Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits
- Be confident to work autonomously within scope of knowledge and experience
- Plan, prioritise and organise own and section workload
- Be committed to self-development and continued professional development
- Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy equipment QA to ensure its safe use
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Aspiration to achieve a PhD qualification
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Shift work /Flexible working
- Personal Qualities Enthusiastic, professional, reliable, versatile, committed, and caring
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification
- Health Profession Council (HCPC) registration as a therapy or nuclear medicine radiographer
- MSc or Master's level equivalent qualification
- Work towards and complete a PhD within their role
Desirable
- Clinical experience in planning, dosimetry and research activities
- Participation in audit/clinical governance
Experience
Essential
- Relevant postgraduate experience with specialist training and knowledge and significant experience as a band 7 radiographer or clinical scientist.
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
- Leadership experience
- Specialist knowledge of research techniques, analysis and use of information
- Track-record of publications in peer-reviewed journals
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Analysis and interpretation of statistical/ analytical/ research outcomes and queries
- Provide specialist clinical training and undertake presentations, both within the department and nationally in conferences and workshops
- Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits
- Be confident to work autonomously within scope of knowledge and experience
- Plan, prioritise and organise own and section workload
- Be committed to self-development and continued professional development
- Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy equipment QA to ensure its safe use
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Aspiration to achieve a PhD qualification
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Shift work /Flexible working
- Personal Qualities Enthusiastic, professional, reliable, versatile, committed, and caring
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
