Senior Clinical Scientist

1 week ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

This would be a fantastic opportunity for an HCPC registered Clinical Scientist to develop their experience and expertise in all areas of Radiotherapy. Pre-registration physicists on recognised training routes who are close to registration would be considered for appointment at a lower band.

You will join the friendly team of Scientists, Dosimetrists and Engineers in the Radiotherapy Physics Group . The department is equipped with 7 linacs over 2 sites supported by Pinnacle and Elements TPSs to provide a comprehensive service. All our linacs have IGRT and SGRT capability and we had new HDR brachytherapy equipment installed this year.

We have an active Scientific Computing group supporting innovative solutions to progress efficient automated workflow. We are the only centre in the UK providing Intra Operative Radiotherapy with an Electron Accelerator and also provide physics services to breast Intra Operative Radiotherapy.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What youll do

Work would include supporting delivery and development of stereotactic services, QA and commissioning of equipment and new techniques. Dedicated time for research and development work will be given to support the many ongoing projects in the department. Service development and innovation are at the core of our work and staff are encouraged to attend and present their work at National and International meetings. The department has a diverse, friendly workforce which actively engages in CPD such as Departmental Seminars to share learning. The post holder will also contribute to teaching and training. The department is an accredited training department for Modernising Scientific Careers STP and HSST programmes as well as IPEM training for Clinical technologists and route 2 for Clinical Scientists.

What were looking forOur ideal candidate is an HCPC registered Clinical Scientist in Radiotherapy Physics with an enthusiasm to contribute to the Radiotherapy Physics service delivery and development. Pre-registration physicists on recognised training routes would be considered for appointment at a lower band.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BSc in Physics or Physical Science (or equivalent). MSc in Medical Physics (or equivalent). Formal training in Radiotherapy Physics to enable State Registration as a Clinical Scientist (or equiv)

Desirable

Attained Corporate Membership of the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine. Chartered Scientist PhD

Experience

Essential

Specialist knowledge of radiation interactions, radiotherapy treatment planning, radiotherapy quality control and radiation dosimetry gained through degree and supplemented through CPD and short specialist courses, scientific meetings and in depth experience. Experience working in a multidisciplinary team Experienced user of IT software packages. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and disease processes.

Desirable

Evidence of presentation and teaching ability. Previous experience of managing a small team of staff. Experience of Advanced Treatment Planning and Dosimetry Experience of training others

Skills

Essential

Strong communication skills. Awareness of recent developments in radiotherapy. Attention to detail. Strong mathematical skills, capable of analysing large amounts of data using modern software. The ability to search the scientific literature using internet search engines. Good time management skills - ability to manage own time, and prioritise tasks. Ability to communicate or present complex facts or data to a variety of audiences. Ability to use and programme using a broad range of software packages.

Trust Values

Essential

Patients First Always Improving Working Together

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