Job Title: Principal Physicist in Radiation Protection
Agency: University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: 57,528 to 64,750 £ / Year

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Job summary

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

Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.

Job Title: Principal Physicist in Radiation Protection Contract Type: Permanent

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as Principal Clinical Scientist in Radiation Protection. We are looking for an enthusiastic diagnostic radiology Medical Physics Expert (MPE), or someone who will be able to submit a portfolio soon (appointment initially at a lower banding with progression on certification will be considered). The role is focused on the MPE role, but minor engagement in other work of the group, including ionising and non-ionising radiation protection and radioactive materials management, can be expected.

The role will be instrumental in optimisation of new X-ray equipment recently installed under the Trust’s managed equipment service. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on patient radiation doses and set standards for image quality.

The post sits within a team of 13 scientists, technologists, support staff and trainees. It reports to Head of Radiation Protection and will include limited line management responsibility. We work closely as a team so excellent interpersonal skills are a must. The post is based primarily at Southampton General Hospital with travel to other centres. Flexible working will be considered where this aligns with the needs of the group.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours degree in a relevant subject or equivalent
• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
• Relevant MSc or equivalent
• Experience of operating x-ray and laser equipment
• Logical thinker with ability to set objectives
• Ability to use initiative to resolve problems
• Ability to relate to and communicate with a broad range of professional disciplines
• Ability to work as a member of a team and as an individual
• Ability to present highly complex data to large and varied audiences

Desirable

• PhD in a Physics related subject
• Experience of working with quality management systems
• Presentation of scientific papers at professional meetings
• Publication of scientific papers or other reports

Closing Date: 13 September 2026

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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