Clinical Scientist

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated MR clinical scientist to join the MR Physics Group at The Christie. This role is suitable for an experienced MR clinical scientist or INIR STP trainee who is looking to develop their role within the field of clinical MR physics. We encourage applications from candidates with more limited experience or from an academic background who would be considered for appointment at a lower band initially.

The MR physics group is part of the Imaging Physics and Radiation Protection group and comprises a team of twelve MR clinical scientists and physicists who support over 50 MR systems across 12 NHS Trusts at sites across the North West of England. We provide an integrated support role across the departments we work with, working closely with clinical colleagues to optimise imaging and to improve and develop services.

Other core elements of the role include acting as MRSE, equipment testing and teaching.

We also have an expanding research role at The Christie and actively contribute to CRUK and BRC funded research projects, with strong collaborations with the Radiotherapy Related Research department at the University of Manchester.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Steven Jackson (Group leader) on  or

The main duties of the job are to:

• Provide MRSE support to The Christie and other NHS trusts in the North West of England
• Provide clinical and scientific support to The Christie and other NHS trusts in the North West of England
• Contribute to the teaching and education role of the MR physics group, including postgraduate courses at local universities and in collaboration with the North West England Imaging Academy
• Perform equipment and installation testing and audits

You should have proven experience in MR physics and hold a post-graduate qualification in medical physics. We work closely with other health professionals and clinicians to improve the safety and quality of MR clinical services, so excellent communication skills are a must. Travel to NHS trusts within the North West Imaging Networks on a regular basis is a requirement of the role (most Trusts we work with are under an hour away from The Christie Hospital).

The ability to deliver service improvements and innovative solutions as part of a multi-disciplinary team is essential.

We strongly encourage career development and support to undertake the HSST scheme is possible for the right candidate.

The MR physics Group, within Christie Medical Physics and Engineering, provides a large and varied MR physics service across the North West of England.

The range of clinical MR specialisms that we work across (e.g. MR for radiotherapy treatment planning, oncology, cardiac and functional neuro) make the work extremely varied and interesting. We often work independently, but are fortunate to have a large, experienced group with strong links to academia. We communicate regularly as a group to share knowledge and good practice. Our work provides opportunities to undertake research and service development.

Manchester is a hub for sport, music and culture as well as a friendly, vibrant city. The Christie is located in Withington, 4 miles to the South of the City Centre. Due to the regional nature of the service, and excellent local transport links, a choice of living location is possible - the current team are spread across the region, from the Peak District up to South Cumbria.

1. Management

• 1.1. Assist the MR Section Lead in the planning, provision and development of MR services in the region, and elsewhere if appropriate.
• 1.2. Participate in the Quality Management System for the MR Section.
• 1.3. Assist the Section Lead in collaborating with radiology managers and other staff within Trusts across the North West in the development of business cases, service specifications and equipment and software specifications for new facilities and services.
• 1.4. Supervise and train less experienced staff as required and appropriate.
• 1.5. Supervise and direct the work of trainee clinical scientists involved in MR Section.

2. Magnetic resonance imaging

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