Clinical Scientist - Radiotherapy Physics
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 September 2026
7 days left
Job description
The Radiotherapy Physics section of the Department of Medical Physics at The James Cook University Hospital has a vacancy for a Clinical Scientist. Th...
The radiotherapy physics team consists of physicists, mould room technologists, engineers, IT specialists and others. We construct a supportive and engaging atmosphere for qualified and competent individuals to thrive in. Newly qualified staff are required to go through a preceptorship programme which introduces individuals to the trust and runs through our QA, planning and imaging competencies.
Applicants for this post should be HCPC Registered as a Clinical Scientist or in a position to achieve registration within 12 months.
We also welcome applications from exceptional individuals able to achieve registration via ACS route 2 within 3 years. Appointment would be under AFC annex 21 rules, following a structured training plan leading to HCPC registration.
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of relevant areas of medical physics applied to radiotherapy physics, imaging, treatment planning and treatment delivery and verification.
- Evidence of knowledge of current scientific and technological developments in radiotherapy
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of the team.
- Good communication skills with all staff groups.
- Efficient time management.
- Good report writing and presentational skills
Desirable
- Evidence of knowledge of clinical oncology
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- A first or second class honours degree in physics. A postgraduate degree (MSc or PhD).
- STP training scheme or equivalent postgraduate experience.
- Registered with the HCPC as a clinical scientist.
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance at conferences or training courses intended to extend the breadth and depth of knowledge.
- To achieve registration with the HCPC as a clinical scientist within 12 months of appointment
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of completed research and development projects.
Desirable
- Evidence of career progression demonstrating both breadth and depth of experience.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
10 August 2026
Last checked
12 August 2026
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