Research and Development Specialist Radiographer Radiotherapy Physics
| Posting date: | 04 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £64,156 - £71,148 Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 September 2025 |
| Location: | London, NW1 2PG |
| Company: | University College London Hospital |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7391418/309-UCLH-6653 |
Summary
A Vacancy at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
This exciting new role is a joint venture between UCLH and Leo Cancer Care, funded by UKRI, to provide senior dosimetry support for radiotherapy research and technical developments for upright radiotherapy for photons and protons.
The postholder will lead a large-scale treatment planning study comparing upright and supine radiotherapy techniques for photon and proton treatments. They will evaluate metrics for comparing treatment planning techniques, create plans on different upright and supine datasets, and evaluate methods to minimise treatment planning technique biases. The role will be embedded in the UCLH dosimetry team and will work alongside the research team at Leo Cancer Care.
Applicants should have HCPC state-registration or be eligible and have completed the BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification. Applicants should also have clinical experience in planning, dosimetry and research activities
The role of this post is to work alongside the research team at Leo Cancer Care to evaluate and develop treatment planning techniques for upright radiotherapy. The post holder will create photon and proton plans on supine and upright scans. They will work closely with the dosimetry team at UCLH to understand the current treatment planning techniques and explore how these can be adapted for upright radiotherapy treatments. The post holder will have the opportunity to publish their results and build upon the literature surrounding upright radiotherapy. The post holder should be someone interested in transitioning towards a more research-focused role with an interest in problem-solving and innovation.
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
· University College Hospital 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.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Aug 2025
This exciting new role is a joint venture between UCLH and Leo Cancer Care, funded by UKRI, to provide senior dosimetry support for radiotherapy research and technical developments for upright radiotherapy for photons and protons.
The postholder will lead a large-scale treatment planning study comparing upright and supine radiotherapy techniques for photon and proton treatments. They will evaluate metrics for comparing treatment planning techniques, create plans on different upright and supine datasets, and evaluate methods to minimise treatment planning technique biases. The role will be embedded in the UCLH dosimetry team and will work alongside the research team at Leo Cancer Care.
Applicants should have HCPC state-registration or be eligible and have completed the BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification. Applicants should also have clinical experience in planning, dosimetry and research activities
The role of this post is to work alongside the research team at Leo Cancer Care to evaluate and develop treatment planning techniques for upright radiotherapy. The post holder will create photon and proton plans on supine and upright scans. They will work closely with the dosimetry team at UCLH to understand the current treatment planning techniques and explore how these can be adapted for upright radiotherapy treatments. The post holder will have the opportunity to publish their results and build upon the literature surrounding upright radiotherapy. The post holder should be someone interested in transitioning towards a more research-focused role with an interest in problem-solving and innovation.
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
· University College Hospital 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.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Aug 2025
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