# Nuclear Medicine Physics Technologist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/nuclear-medicine-physics-technologist/c0a43ce7-aa73-4b2e-a77c-cc0d7d5a791a - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/nuclear-medicine-physics-technologist/c0a43ce7-aa73-4b2e-a77c-cc0d7d5a791a.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Cambridge - **Region:** East of England - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Health science services - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** £39,959 - £48,117 pa pro rata - B6 linked grade to B7 on registration - **Contract type:** Permanent: B6 linked to B7 on registration as Clinical Scientist. Minimum 3 years spent at B6 to comply with minimum training time expected by ACS. - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, Flexible working, 37.5 hours per week (Full Time or Part Time / Flexible working hours may be considered) - **Closing date:** 2026-07-12T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-30T13:42:29.222Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Cambridgeshire/Cambridge/Cambridge_University_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Nuclear_Medicine_Physics/Nuclear_Medicine_Physics-v8108748 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8108748?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.cuh.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Nuclear Medicine Physics team at Addenbrooke's Hospital in a development post offering a structured career pathway from Band 6 Nuclear Medicine Physics Technologist to Band 7 Clinical Scientist. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the leading Nuclear Medicine service in the region. The department operates three nuclear medicine imaging systems and a PET-CT scanner, with a total-body PET scanner due for installation and a full renewal programme underway, including a state-of-the-art digital CZT SPECT/CT system. Working within our Physics team, you will play a key role in delivering and supporting high-quality diagnostic imaging and radionuclide therapy services. Your work will span radioactive waste management, preparation and decontamination of therapy facilities, quality control of imaging and radiation detection equipment, and support for radionuclide therapy preparation, delivery and dosimetry. Alongside these responsibilities, you will be supported through ACS Route 2 Clinical Scientist training. Following HCPC registration and a minimum of three years in post, you will progress into the Band 7 Clinical Scientist role, developing the advanced skills required to practise as a Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine. This post is suitable for physics graduates or early-career scientists looking to develop a career in Nuclear Medicine Physics and progress towards HCPC Clinical Scientist registration. ### Main duties of the job The department of nuclear medicine (DNM) carries out a wide range of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures involving the use of radioactive material. The post holder will be part of the physics team within DNM which supports the clinical and research work of the department. In broad terms, the post holder will: - Participate in the management of radioactive waste. - Monitor, decontaminate and clean areas used for radiation therapy. - Carry out routine quality control checks on radiation counters, survey equipment and imaging equipment (SPECT & PET). - Participate in the preparation, delivery and quantitative image analysis of complex radionuclide therapies. - Assist with ensuring that the department adheres to relevant legislation. - Undertake ACS Route 2 Clinical Scientist training for a minimum of three years. When CS registration is achieved, the post-holder would progress to the linked Band 7 Nuclear Medicine Physicist role. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: -    applied for a Graduate visa -    or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment This vacancy will close at midnight on 12th July 2026 Interviews are due to be held on 20th July 2026 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. ## Job Details An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Nuclear Medicine Physics team at Addenbrooke's Hospital in a development post offering a structured career pathway from Band 6 Nuclear Medicine Physics Technologist to Band 7 Clinical Scientist. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the leading Nuclear Medicine service in the region. The department operates three nuclear medicine imaging systems and a PET-CT scanner, with a total-body PET scanner due for installation and a full renewal programme underway, including a state-of-the-art digital CZT SPECT/CT system. Working within our Physics team, you will play a key role in delivering and supporting high-quality diagnostic imaging and radionuclide therapy services. Your work will span radioactive waste management, preparation and decontamination of therapy facilities, quality control of imaging and radiation detection equipment, and support for radionuclide therapy preparation, delivery and dosimetry. Alongside these responsibilities, you will be supported through ACS Route 2 Clinical Scientist training. Following HCPC registration and a minimum of three years in post, you will progress into the Band 7 Clinical Scientist role, developing the advanced skills required to practise as a Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine. This post is suitable for physics graduates or early-career scientists looking to develop a career in Nuclear Medicine Physics and progress towards HCPC Clinical Scientist registration. ## Job Description The department of nuclear medicine (DNM) carries out a wide range of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures involving the use of radioactive material. The post holder will be part of the physics team within DNM which supports the clinical and research work of the department. In broad terms, the post holder will: - Participate in the management of radioactive waste. - Monitor, decontaminate and clean areas used for radiation therapy. - Carry out routine quality control checks on radiation counters, survey equipment and imaging equipment (SPECT & PET). - Participate in the preparation, delivery and quantitative image analysis of complex radionuclide therapies. - Assist with ensuring that the department adheres to relevant legislation. - Undertake ACS Route 2 Clinical Scientist training for a minimum of three years. When CS registration is achieved, the post-holder would progress to the linked Band 7 Nuclear Medicine Physicist role. ## Responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: - applied for a Graduate visa - or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment This vacancy will close at midnight on 12th July 2026 Interviews are due to be held on 20th July 2026 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Well-developed verbal and written communication skills - Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate sensitively with patients and their families, and to liaise effectively with a wide range of other professionals - Manual dexterity and visual acuity to enable: making accurate measurements of radioactive substances using sophisticated equipment; drawing up liquid radioactive material using shielded syringes; connecting therapeutic radionuclide delivery systems to patient cannulae. - Accuracy of data entry and data processing. - Good organisational skills - Self-motivated and able to work to deadlines **Desirable** - Ability to manipulate and analyse data in spreadsheets and databases. ### Knowledge **Essential** - Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft packages, particularly Excel. - Excellent knowledge of Physics & Mathematics. - Good understanding of the physics of radioactivity and ionising radiation. - Good understanding of the hazards and risks of working with radioactive materials. - Basic understanding of the principals of operation of Nuclear Medicine calibration and imaging equipment and radiation detectors. - Basic understanding of the principles of dosimetry applied to radionuclide therapy. **Desirable** - Understanding of image analysis processes. - Good knowledge of human anatomy and physiology ### Experience **Essential** - Experience of interacting with a range of people from a variety of backgrounds. - Experience of equipment testing and fault finding. - Practical experience in quality control of Nuclear Medicine equipment - Experience in communicating complex scientific information to non-specialists. **Desirable** - Experience of manipulating radioactive materials in a laboratory or clinical setting. - Experience of using image analysis software. ### Qualifications **Essential** - Undergraduate degree in Physics **Desirable** - Postgraduate qualification in Medical Physics. ### Additional Requirements **Essential** - The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Together – Safe, Kind, Excellent. - Able to transport medium weight equipment and supplies. - Able to move medium weight furniture while cleaning. - Ability to work as part of a team - Willingness to undergo in-house training in the specialist skills required to perform tasks outlined in the job description. ## Documents - [applicant information pack (pdf, 504.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10416935) - [information for applicants (pdf, 222.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10416936) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.