Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated MR clinical scientist to lead the Imaging with Non-Ionising Radiation (INIR) section at The Christie. The INIR group includes the MR and ultrasound sections. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with established experience and reputation in MR physics to lead the MR section, and to provide strategic oversight for the ultrasound section.
The MR physics group is part of the Imaging Physics and Radiation Protection (IPRP) section and comprises a team of twelve MR clinical scientists and physicists who support approximately 40 MR systems across 22 MR departments, 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 MR services. The ultrasound group consists of two physicists and four engineers, and day-to-day management of the service sits with the ultrasound group lead.
We also have an expanding MR 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 about the role, please contact Mike Hutton (INIR section lead) by email (michael.hutton4@nhs.net) or telephone (07940715993).
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the job include:
- To manage, provide scientific leadership and clinical support to clinical MR services
- To manage and provide oversight for clinical ultrasound services
- Be responsible for the continual improvement of the INIR section and the services delivered to The Christie and other NHS Trusts in the North West of England
- Lead in establishing and developing collaborations with universities and other institution
You should have a proven ability to lead a team and you will be expected to assist the CMPE Director in in developing medical physics services and provide support to the IPRP section lead as required. You will have extensive experience in MR physics, hold a post-graduate medical physics qualification and have sufficient experience to have formal certification as an MRSE in order to direct the work of the MR physics section. We work closely with other health professionals and clinicians to improve the safety and quality of MR and ultrasound clinical services, so excellent communication skills are a must. Travel to NHS trusts within the North West of England region is a requirement of the role. The ability to deliver service improvements and innovative solutions is essential.
About us
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Management
- Be responsible for the planning, provision and development of MR and Ultrasound services in the region, and elsewhere if appropriate. This includes the planning and implementation of services in anticipation of new clinical applications and techniques.
- Manage and direct the work of the other MR clinical scientists and the Ultrasound section lead.
- Assist the Director and IPRP Group Leader in managing the activities of the department, specifically by being responsible for the development and scientific direction of MR physics and ultrasound services.
- Work with the General Manager and IPRP Group Leader to manage the contracts and budgets of the INIR section.
- Contribute to the activities of the CMPE Division in relation to Trust activities and requirements
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- Provide scientific leadership for the MR section in terms of the sections support to The Christie for radiology and radiotherapy related MR activities.
- Provide scientific leadership for the MR section in terms of the sections support to other organisations for which service level agreements exist.
- Collaborate and liaise with clinical colleagues and other professionals working within the field of MR both locally, nationally and internationally where appropriate.
- Be responsible for the provision of advice on the design, construction and operation of MR facilities, and specifically advise on the safety implications for these facilities.
- Formulate and provide specifications for MR systems and MR related equipment and collaborate closely with sites acquiring new MR systems so as to ensure optimum and effective purchase decisions.
- Act in the capacity of MRSE to all Trusts which are supported by Christie Medical Physics and Engineering and ensure any formal requirements regarding the role are appropriately accredited by relevant national bodies. This will include maintaining portfolios of evidence and necessary applications for the purposes of certification as an MRSE through the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM).
- Be responsible for determining a MR safety framework and department policy on MR safety related issues for both patients and staff, and providing advice on the safe use of MR equipment, enabling its safe use in compliance with relevant national and international guidelines and legislation, including CEMFAW regulations.
- Be responsible for the provision of safety advice relating to specific patients with respect to suitability for MR, and MR safety of various implantable devices and surgical prostheses.
- Be responsible for the accuracy and integrity of all data analysis and interpretation of MR data for individual patients, and all patient related reports and data/results generated as part of the scientific support to the routine clinical service at MR departments supported by the MR section.
- Apply specialist scientific knowledge of MR, in a non-routine clinical scenario, to provide innovative solutions to clinical problems.
- Be responsible for the prescription of non-routine specialised MR procedures for individual patients and specific patient groups as required at the MR departments supported by the MR section
- Research
- Initiate and undertake MR related research projects, and disseminate the results through peer reviewed publications and presentations at national and international meetings.
- Lead on initiating research and development opportunities for CMPE relating to MR at The Christie, both within radiology and radiotherapy. This will involve close collaborative working with clinical groups and academic staff within The Christie, The University of Manchester and the Radiotherapy Related Research (RRR) Group.
- Foster links and collaborations with other research teams at The Christie and at universities collaborating with The Christie.
- Seek external funding for projects where appropriate, both for internal research and development initiatives within CMPE and collaborative projects with other clinical and university staff members.
- Be responsible for the management of research grant and project financial resources relating to the MR section
- Teaching and training
- Develop and participate in various teaching commitments, formal and informal, to universities and institutions relating to the education of radiologists, radiographers and scientists involved in MR, including FRCR Clinical Radiology and MSc courses.
- Ensure that all MR physicists in the MR section are appropriately trained and competent.
- To be responsible for the training provided to STP and HSST scientists during their placements within the MR section.
- Be responsible for providing the necessary input and skills to support CMPEs role in providing HSST education in collaboration with The University of Manchester
- Professional
- It is anticipated that the post holder will be involved at a national level in various professional matters, via for example professional and institutional bodies and Special Interest Groups (SIGs). This will enable participation and access to emerging and key issues within the field of clinical MR imaging and MR science.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Management
- Be responsible for the planning, provision and development of MR and Ultrasound services in the region, and elsewhere if appropriate. This includes the planning and implementation of services in anticipation of new clinical applications and techniques.
- Manage and direct the work of the other MR clinical scientists and the Ultrasound section lead.
- Assist the Director and IPRP Group Leader in managing the activities of the department, specifically by being responsible for the development and scientific direction of MR physics and ultrasound services.
- Work with the General Manager and IPRP Group Leader to manage the contracts and budgets of the INIR section.
- Contribute to the activities of the CMPE Division in relation to Trust activities and requirements
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- Provide scientific leadership for the MR section in terms of the sections support to The Christie for radiology and radiotherapy related MR activities.
- Provide scientific leadership for the MR section in terms of the sections support to other organisations for which service level agreements exist.
- Collaborate and liaise with clinical colleagues and other professionals working within the field of MR both locally, nationally and internationally where appropriate.
- Be responsible for the provision of advice on the design, construction and operation of MR facilities, and specifically advise on the safety implications for these facilities.
- Formulate and provide specifications for MR systems and MR related equipment and collaborate closely with sites acquiring new MR systems so as to ensure optimum and effective purchase decisions.
- Act in the capacity of MRSE to all Trusts which are supported by Christie Medical Physics and Engineering and ensure any formal requirements regarding the role are appropriately accredited by relevant national bodies. This will include maintaining portfolios of evidence and necessary applications for the purposes of certification as an MRSE through the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM).
- Be responsible for determining a MR safety framework and department policy on MR safety related issues for both patients and staff, and providing advice on the safe use of MR equipment, enabling its safe use in compliance with relevant national and international guidelines and legislation, including CEMFAW regulations.
- Be responsible for the provision of safety advice relating to specific patients with respect to suitability for MR, and MR safety of various implantable devices and surgical prostheses.
- Be responsible for the accuracy and integrity of all data analysis and interpretation of MR data for individual patients, and all patient related reports and data/results generated as part of the scientific support to the routine clinical service at MR departments supported by the MR section.
- Apply specialist scientific knowledge of MR, in a non-routine clinical scenario, to provide innovative solutions to clinical problems.
- Be responsible for the prescription of non-routine specialised MR procedures for individual patients and specific patient groups as required at the MR departments supported by the MR section
- Research
- Initiate and undertake MR related research projects, and disseminate the results through peer reviewed publications and presentations at national and international meetings.
- Lead on initiating research and development opportunities for CMPE relating to MR at The Christie, both within radiology and radiotherapy. This will involve close collaborative working with clinical groups and academic staff within The Christie, The University of Manchester and the Radiotherapy Related Research (RRR) Group.
- Foster links and collaborations with other research teams at The Christie and at universities collaborating with The Christie.
- Seek external funding for projects where appropriate, both for internal research and development initiatives within CMPE and collaborative projects with other clinical and university staff members.
- Be responsible for the management of research grant and project financial resources relating to the MR section
- Teaching and training
- Develop and participate in various teaching commitments, formal and informal, to universities and institutions relating to the education of radiologists, radiographers and scientists involved in MR, including FRCR Clinical Radiology and MSc courses.
- Ensure that all MR physicists in the MR section are appropriately trained and competent.
- To be responsible for the training provided to STP and HSST scientists during their placements within the MR section.
- Be responsible for providing the necessary input and skills to support CMPEs role in providing HSST education in collaboration with The University of Manchester
- Professional
- It is anticipated that the post holder will be involved at a national level in various professional matters, via for example professional and institutional bodies and Special Interest Groups (SIGs). This will enable participation and access to emerging and key issues within the field of clinical MR imaging and MR science.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- State Registered Clinical Scientist
- Honours degree in an appropriate physical science
- Higher degree (MSc or equivalent).
- PhD or equivalent evidence of research training
- IPEM certification as MR Safety Expert (MRSE) or at advanced stages of working towards this
Desirable
- Corporate membership of IPEM or other equivalent professional body
- Management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Medical Physics the majority of which should be in magnetic resonance
- Sufficient knowledge and experience in clinical MR to act in the capacity of MRSE
Desirable
- Involved with the operation of Quality management systems.
- Supervision of students and trainees
- Knowledge of medical physics structures within the UK and established collaborative personal links with key MR physics leads
- Experience in the delivery of ultrasound services
Skills
Essential
- Strong scientific leadership
- Good interpersonal skills
- Clear and articulate communicator
- Effective collaboration with other organisations
- Teaching aptitude to communicate complex MR physics principles at a range of levels to varying staff groups.
Desirable
- Effective collaboration with other organisations
- Links professionally within the field of MR
- Performance of staff reviews and appraisals
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of magnetic resonance physics
- Wide experience of MR clinical applications
- Knowledge of clinical ultrasound services and applications
- Appropriate health and safety legislation
- Extensive knowledge and experience of MR safety matters
Desirable
- Basic understanding of NHS finance systems
- Basic understanding of HR policies and procedures
- Development of business cases
- Understanding of research and clinical governance
Research adn Development
Essential
- Record of dissemination / publication of scientific work
- Experience in advanced techniques
- Expertise and experience in preparation of scientific papers and presentations
Desirable
- Experience in pulse programming and image reconstruction
Proffesional Engagement
Essential
- Enthusiasm and commitment
- Evidence of a developing profile within UK clinical MR and MR physics community
Desirable
- Fellowship of IPEM or other equivalent professional body
Values
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- State Registered Clinical Scientist
- Honours degree in an appropriate physical science
- Higher degree (MSc or equivalent).
- PhD or equivalent evidence of research training
- IPEM certification as MR Safety Expert (MRSE) or at advanced stages of working towards this
Desirable
- Corporate membership of IPEM or other equivalent professional body
- Management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Medical Physics the majority of which should be in magnetic resonance
- Sufficient knowledge and experience in clinical MR to act in the capacity of MRSE
Desirable
- Involved with the operation of Quality management systems.
- Supervision of students and trainees
- Knowledge of medical physics structures within the UK and established collaborative personal links with key MR physics leads
- Experience in the delivery of ultrasound services
Skills
Essential
- Strong scientific leadership
- Good interpersonal skills
- Clear and articulate communicator
- Effective collaboration with other organisations
- Teaching aptitude to communicate complex MR physics principles at a range of levels to varying staff groups.
Desirable
- Effective collaboration with other organisations
- Links professionally within the field of MR
- Performance of staff reviews and appraisals
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of magnetic resonance physics
- Wide experience of MR clinical applications
- Knowledge of clinical ultrasound services and applications
- Appropriate health and safety legislation
- Extensive knowledge and experience of MR safety matters
Desirable
- Basic understanding of NHS finance systems
- Basic understanding of HR policies and procedures
- Development of business cases
- Understanding of research and clinical governance
Research adn Development
Essential
- Record of dissemination / publication of scientific work
- Experience in advanced techniques
- Expertise and experience in preparation of scientific papers and presentations
Desirable
- Experience in pulse programming and image reconstruction
Proffesional Engagement
Essential
- Enthusiasm and commitment
- Evidence of a developing profile within UK clinical MR and MR physics community
Desirable
- Fellowship of IPEM or other equivalent professional body
Values
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
