Job summaryWe are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual to work as a Medical Physics Expert in our Imaging Physics team.
You'll be joining a team which provides a range of high quality medical physics services to the Trust and external organisations. The team are an integral part of the Imaging Physics Group, which also includes Clinical Measurement Services. In this role you will also work closely with Salisbury Foundation Trust.
The Imaging Physics Group is a friendly team of clinical scientists, clinical technologists, and administrators. It includes and is highly committed to supporting both scientist and technologist trainees via the NHS STP scheme and a level 6 technologist apprenticeship program. The vital importance of research, development and innovation is recognised and there is active involvement in clinical trials and various research projects both internally and with external partners.
This is an exciting time to join the department with expanding services and having moved into the purpose-built Dyson Cancer Centre. There are also lots of opportunities for development including management, teaching and research.
Main duties of the jobAs a Medical Physics Expert for Diagnostic Radiology you will work with Clinical Consultants, Medical Physicists, Radiographers and Nuclear Medicine Technologists.
You will provide scientific supervision and management to other scientists and apprentices in the RUH Imaging Physics Group and at Salisbury Foundation Trust.
The role requires detailed scientific knowledge and technical expertise in radiation physics and dosimetry and its application to healthcare, and you will provide advice to ensure the safety of staff, patients and visitors.
You will also be responsible for developing and delivering appropriate training in radiation safety for Trust staff in line with Trust policy and legislation.
This role will require regular work at both Salisbury District Hospital and The Royal United Hospitals Bath.
About usAt the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
DetailsDate posted: 02 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 427-8250164
Job locations: Royal United Hospitals Bath, Combe Park, Bath, BA1 3NG, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person SpecificationQualifications and experienceEssential- Good honours degree in Physics
- Relevant MSc or higher degree
- On RPA2000 List of Medical Physics Expert Certificate holders
- HCPC registered as a Clinical Scientist (Medical Physics)
Desirable- Certification as Radiation Protection Adviser
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential- Experience of working in diagnostic radiology physics
- Experience of successfully managing and motivating staff
Desirable- Experience of developing and delivering training to other staff
- Experience of working in Nuclear Medicine
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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.
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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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.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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. 
