Head of Non-Ionising Radiation; NIR) Section

You will lead the Non-Ionising Radiation (NIR) Section within the Radiation Protection Department. This consultant-level role requires active professional engagement and contribution to the national and international development of standards, protocols and guidance for non-ionising radiation protection. The post holder will remain at the forefront of developments in NIR, interpreting legislation, standards and guidance and translating them into protocols and procedures for implementation across RBFT.

The section provides advice and services to users of MRI, lasers and allied devices, radio frequency systems, ultrasound and ultraviolet radiation. It also generates income by providing a broad range of services to external organisations. Ideally you will act as an MR Safety Expert (MRSE), providing scientific leadership and clinical support to MR services, and/or as a Laser Protection Adviser (LPA) for relevant areas including urology, ophthalmology and ENT.

The post holder will also provide non-ionising radiation protection, diagnostic radiology physics services for ultrasound and MRI, and phototherapy physics services to the Trust and other client sites.