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Essential
20 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Engaged in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Experience
Significant experience training and working within a Nuclear Medicine department; working in a patient facing role and with unsealed radiopharmaceuticals.
- Experience
Experience of using and performing quality assurance on a range of technical equipment such as a SPECT/CT, radionuclide calibrator and gamma counter. Including experience in image processing.
- Experience
Experience in the delivery of radionuclide therapy to patients, some of which require lead aprons to be worn and prolonged periods of standing during the delivery of the therapy.
- Skills and Attributes
Good writing skills when writing documentation and procedures
- Skills and Attributes
Good communication skills conveying scientific issues to colleagues and patients.
- Skills and Attributes
Ease of maths calculations.
- Skills and Attributes
Understanding of guidelines and legislation relevant to delivery of a nuclear medicine service
- Skills and Attributes
Good analytical skills for scientific research and development
- Skills and Attributes
Able to understand, use and implement specialist manufacturer supplied software
- Skills and Attributes
Excellent scientific report writing skills, communication and organisational skills
- Skills and Attributes
A good communicator and an ability to obtain co-operation of staff and patients
- Skills and Attributes
Must have physical dexterity to draw up radiopharmaceuticals in a safe manner
- Skills and Attributes
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Skills and Attributes
Calm disposition and ability to deal with people
- Skills and Attributes
Ability to work under pressure
- Qualifications and Knowledge
BSc Undergraduate Physics or equivalent degree
- Qualifications and Knowledge
MSc in Medical Physics, physical science or equivalent
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Membership of profession or scientific organisations
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Completion of route 2 training or the National School of Healthcare Science STP scheme and subsequent registration as a Clinical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) (or for non-UK candidates the certainty of getting registration).
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Other
Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Candidates close to completion of route 2 training or STP are encouraged to apply and will be considered
Job overview
We're excited to advertise a Band 7 Senior Clinical Scientist post in the Nuclear Medicine team at Velindre Cancer Centre.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an HCPC registered Clinical Scientist (or someone close to registration through STP/Route 2) to join a friendly and supportive team delivering a wide range of nuclear medicine services. The role includes involvement in diagnostic imaging, quality assurance, image processing, and a growing portfolio of radionuclide therapies including Lu-177 PRRT, I-131 and Ra-223, as well as clinical trials and service development.
It's a particularly exciting time to join us as we prepare to move into the new Velindre Cancer Centre, opening in February 2027. The new hospital will provide a state-of-the-art environment for patients and staff, with modern facilities designed to support innovation, research and excellent patient care.
Outside work, Cardiff offers the best of both worlds. As Wales's capital city, it provides all the benefits of a modern, vibrant city, with excellent restaurants, culture and sporting events. At the same time, some of the UK's most spectacular scenery is right on your doorstep. Beautiful beaches along the South Wales coast and world-class hiking in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park are both within around an hour's drive, making it an ideal location for anyone who enjoys the outdoors.
x1 This post is fixed term for 12 months due to - meet the needs of the service
x1 Permanent
Main duties of the job
The role of the post-holder is to provide clinical scientist expertise in the field of Nuclear Medicine. The role involves autonomy and personal responsibility.
The post-holder is required to participate in the routine clinical service (both diagnostic imaging, non-imaging and radionuclide therapies) as well as clinical trials.
The post holder is expected to take a leading role in the teaching and training of staff and students.
The role involves using highly complex imaging and measurement equipment, developing and applying information technology, dealing with hazards such as radiation and biological samples.
Interpreting and complying with extensive legislation is an essential part of the post-holder’s duties.
The post-holder will be required to contribute to staff and service development in Velindre Cancer Centre, both within and outside the department.
Liaison with professional colleagues, including senior medical staff, the MPE and RPA, is an essential requirement of the post-holder’s duties.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
We'd be very grateful if you could share this opportunity with colleagues, trainees or anyone who may be interested.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Senior Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine with Velindre University NHS Trust in Cardiff, Wales. It is listed as a Band 7 Clinical scientist role. The advertised salary is £50,129 - £57,365 per annum. The contract type is 2 full time posts available; 1 permanent and 1 fixed term for 12 months. The application deadline is 22 Sep 2026.
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