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The core purpose of the University of Oxford’s Biomedical Services (BMS) department is to provide for the care and welfare of animals in experimental research and in doing so we support the scientific community across the University. We have an exciting opportunity for a Nuclear Imaging Scientist to join our Pre-clinical Imaging Facility at the Department of Biomedical Services, Radiobiology Research institute (RRI). Our Pre-clinical Imaging Facility provides technical and scientific support for users of a broad range of scanning modalities including MRI, PET/SPECT/CT, luminescence and ultrasound. The work undertaken ranges from the provision of full study support for user groups, to the development of new and better technologies in order to enhance the use of pre-clinical imaging. This is a full time, 2-year fixed term position. This role will be an integral part of the imaging team, supporting researchers from across the university, as well as external users. The post-holder will provide high level support and training for the deployment and use of imaging technologies to develop and deliver research aims and objectives, with a focus on pre-clinical imaging capabilities for PET/SPECT/CT. About you It is essential that you hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/D.Phil in a relevant subject, e.g. biomedical sciences, biomedical imaging, radiopharmacy and have familiarity with PET/SPECT/CT imaging techniques and equipment, as well as handling open-source radioisotopes and preparation/QC of radionuclide imaging tracers. You will also have experience in maintaining and managing PET or SPECT systems, and have experience with small animal in vivo experiments. Holding a Home Office PIL and having experience with multiple imaging modalities is desirable. If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Damian Tyler at damian.tyler@cardiov.ox.ac.uk Application Process Applications should be made online. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement/covering letter explaining how you meet the job requirements with details of two referees as part of your online application. Owing to the nature of this position any offer of employment with the University will be subject to a satisfactory security screening. The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Wednesday 6th March 2024. Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 15th March 2024.
Description of Nuclear Imaging Scientist
The core purpose of the University of Oxford’s Biomedical Services (BMS) department is to provide for the care and welfare of animals in experimental research and in doing so we support the scientific community across the University. We have an exciting opportunity for a Nuclear Imaging Scientist to join our Pre-clinical Imaging Facility at the Department of Biomedical Services, Radiobiology Research institute (RRI). Our Pre-clinical Imaging Facility provides technical and scientific support for users of a broad range of scanning modalities including MRI, PET/SPECT/CT, luminescence and ultrasound. The work undertaken ranges from the provision of full study support for user groups, to the development of new and better technologies in order to enhance the use of pre-clinical imaging. This is a full time, 2-year fixed term position. This role will be an integral part of the imaging team, supporting researchers from across the university, as well as external users. The post-holder will provide high level support and training for the deployment and use of imaging technologies to develop and deliver research aims and objectives, with a focus on pre-clinical imaging capabilities for PET/SPECT/CT. **About you** It is essential that you hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/D.Phil in a relevant subject, e.g. biomedical sciences, biomedical imaging, radiopharmacy and have familiarity with PET/SPECT/CT imaging techniques and equipment, as well as handling open-source radioisotopes and preparation/QC of radionuclide imaging tracers. You will also have experience in maintaining and managing PET or SPECT systems, and have experience with small animal in vivo experiments. Holding a Home Office PIL and having experience with multiple imaging modalities is desirable. If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Damian Tyler at damian.tyler@cardiov.ox.ac.uk **Application Process** Applications should be made online. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement/covering letter explaining how you meet the job requirements with details of two referees as part of your online application. Owing to the nature of this position any offer of employment with the University will be subject to a satisfactory security screening. The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Wednesday 6th March 2024. Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 15th March 2024.
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Department of Biomedical Services Division Medical sciences Department Biomedical Services, Radiobiology Research institute (RRI), Pre-clinical Imaging Facility Location Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Dr, Headington, Oxford OX3 Grade Grade 7 Hours Full-time Contract type Fixed Term – 2 Years Reporting to Pre – Clinical Imaging Lead Scientist Vacancy reference 169046 Overview of the role Imaging Facility The Pre-clinical Imaging Facility at the University of Oxford provides technical and scientific support for users of a broad range of scanning modalities including MRI, PET/SPECT/CT, luminescence, and ultrasound. The work undertaken ranges from the provision of full study support for user groups, to the development of new and better technologies in order to enhance the use of pre-clinical imaging. Overview of the role Reporting to the Pre-Clinical Imaging Lead Scientist, the post holder will be an integral part of the imaging team and will support researchers from across the University and externally. The post-holder will provide high level support and training for the deployment and use of imaging technologies to develop and deliver research aims and objectives, with a focus on pre-clinical imaging capabilities for PET/SPECT/CT. Responsibilities/duties  Management, operation, maintenance and quality control of pre-clinical PET/SPECT/CT imaging systems. This includes small scale project management, having oversight of all nuclear imaging-based projects to ensure effective delivery.  Agree clear task objectives, organise, and work in partnership with other members of the team and other scientific research facility staff, and coach members of user groups on specialist methodologies or procedures.  Adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques and experimental protocols for multiple imaging modalities, including design of appropriate hardware to facilitate such combinations.  Test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate.  Collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and occasionally present papers and posters.  Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment.  Act as a source of information and advice to researchers throughout the imaging tracer development pathway (including radiolabeling, tracer QC, scanning and image analysis steps)  Represent the pre-clinical imaging facility and its user groups at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the facility or alone.  Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups  Actively play a part in the radiation protection requirements of the Department in compliance with local rules  Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of nuclear imaging, as relevant to the research work undertaken in the facility. Selection criteria Essential  Hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/D.Phil in a relevant subject, e.g. biomedical sciences, biomedical imaging, radiopharmacy.  Experience of PET/SPECT/CT imaging techniques and equipment.  Experience of quality control, maintenance and management of PET or SPECT systems.  Experience with handling open-source radioisotopes and preparation/QC of radionuclide imaging tracers.  Experience of small animal in vivo experiments.  Experience in delivering a variety of training programmes for individual staff and groups in the use of nuclear medicine equipment.  Experience of imaging and other data management.  Demonstrated track record of contributing to research projects.  Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.  Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the imaging facility and user research groups at meetings. Desirable  Holder of a Home Office PIL.  Experience with multiple imaging modalities e.g. MRI, ultrasound and small animal irradiation systems including data acquisition, data processing and quality assurance.  Experience of image analysis using e.g. PMOD.  Experience of programming for data analysis (e.g., MATLAB, IDL, Python).  Experience as a Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS). Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows:  Night working (11pm-6am)  Lone Working  Working with Ionising Radiation  Working with infectious pathogens (hazard group 2/3) - Hazard Group 3 pathogens  Work with allergens, e.g. laboratory animals, pollen, dust, fish or insects etc.  Work with any substance which has any of the following pictograms on their MSDS:   Manual handling Additional security pre-employment checks This job includes duties that will require additional security pre-employment checks:  A satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service check  University security screening All offers of employment are made subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to provide proof of your right-to-work, your identity, and we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration (so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities so that we can discuss appropriate adjustments with you), and a declaration of any unspent criminal convictions. We advise all applicants to read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures, found at: www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/preemploymentscreening/. Additional security pre-employment checks This job includes duties which will require additional security pre-employment checks:  A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (basic check)  University security screening (e.g., identity checks) About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. 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