About this role
Job summary
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:o Participate in the management of radioactive waste.o Monitor, decontaminate and clean areas used for radiation therapy.o Carry out routine quality control checks on radiation counters, survey equipment and imaging equipment (SPECT & PET).o Participate in the preparation, delivery and quantitative image analysis of complex radionuclide therapies.o Assist with ensuring that the department adheres to relevant legislation.o 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.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description Job 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 caf, 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
Qualifications Essential
Undergraduate degree in Physics
Desirable
Postgraduate qualification in Medical Physics.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B
Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)