MRI Principal Clinical Scientist

The MRI Physics Section at UCH is seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical

Scientist to take on a senior deputy leadership role alongside the MRI Section Head.

Working with a high degree of autonomy, you will provide expert MR safety advice andleadership, driving best practice in MR Safety across the clinical MR portfolio. You will alsolead on quality improvement, research and the ongoing development of clinical services asthey expand.

You will join a team with a strong translational MRI research tradition, working closely withclinical and academic partners at UCL to promote and deliver activities that translateinnovation into clinical practice, making a tangible impact on patient care.

You will also take responsibility for the training and supervision of future Clinical Scientistsundertaking the National School of Healthcare Science Scientist Training Scheme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role within a growing team and to influence MRI safety, quality, teaching, training, research and innovation at UCH., As Principal Clinical Scientist and Deputy Head of the MRI Physics Team, you will play acentral role in shaping the strategic direction and operational delivery of MRI Physicsservices, ensuring high-quality support to the Trust and to external stakeholders.

You will contribute at a senior level to decision-making across the service, and operatingwith a high degree of autonomy with the capacity to advise and act independently as anMR Safety Expert (MRSE).

A key aspect of the role will be in developing effective working relationships and practicesacross organisational and professional boundaries, including partners in clinical andacademic science, medical colleagues and external stakeholders.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity for a senior Clinical Scientist ready to step into abroader leadership role and make a significant impact on the future direction of MRIservices at UCLH.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

UCH at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.