Clinical Scientist - Non-Ionising Radiation Group

Participate in the provision of scientific support in the delivery of designated services to departments within the region using MRI, Ultrasound and non-ionising radiations (including lasers, UV and other artificial optical sources) and to provide direct support to MRI and US Clinical Scientist leads and LPA including:- Undertake commissioning and routine performance testing of diagnostic and therapeutic Ultrasound systems. The provision of advice on the safe use and performance of diagnostic and therapeutic Ultrasound systems. Undertake commissioning and routine performance testing of MRI systems. The provision of advice on the safe use and performance of MRI systems. Undertake commissioning and routine performance testing of non-ionising radiation equipment. The provision of advice on the safe use and performance of non-ionising radiation equipment. Assessment of facilities using non-ionising radiation sources. Analysis and investigation of accidental or unintended non-ionising radiation exposure. Assist in the implementation and audit of legislation and other guidance and standards pertaining to MRI, Ultrasound and non-ionising radiation physics. Undertake the testing, calibration and selection of equipment for detecting non-ionising radiations. Provide scientific input in relation to research and development and in the introduction and evaluation of new procedures and equipment. Undertake work on approved research and development projects as agreed with the Head of Radiological Imaging and Protection Service. Where appropriate to provide in-house teaching and training of scientific, technical and other staff within the Radiological Imaging and Protection Service, including the production of teaching notes and materials. Assist with the provision of lectures, tutorials and practical instruction for medical, scientific, technical and staff in other sections or organisations, as required. Assist in the training and supervision of trainee Clinical Scientists and Trainee Clinical Technologists. .

A minimum of a 2nd class Honours degree, or equivalent, in Physics or other appropriate science subject. Demonstrable experience of MRI and/or ultrasound physics and/or non-ionising radiation physics and safety commensurate with.

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MSc in Medical Physics or a related subject.PhD in Medical Physics or related subject.Relevant publication record