Mansfield Fellow in UHF scanning (SCI290824)

Job title:

Mansfield Fellow in UHF scanning (SCI290824)

Company

University of Nottingham

Job description

£44,263 to £56,021 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.Closing Date
Thursday 03 October 2024Reference
SCI290824We are pleased to advertise two new posts providing an exciting opportunity to join the world-leading biomedical imaging research group at the Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre at the University of Nottingham (UoN). The Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre (SPMIC) has a long-standing track record of excellence in the development and application of MRI/S, with outputs including highly cited publications, intellectual property, commercialisation and clinical translation. These two 3-year, tenure-track appointments are being offered within the School of Physics and Astronomy and are linked to permanent academic posts at the end of the three-year period. They are suitable for MR physicists and biomedical engineers, or equivalent, who can exploit the opportunities provided by the £29.1m award from UKRI to develop a national facility for ultra-high field (11.7T) human MRI scanning at the UoN.The SPMIC currently operates a 7T scanner, two 3T research scanners, and an 0.5 T open scanner, alongside facilities for magnetoencephalography (MEG) and hyperpolarised MR. The 7T Philips Achieva scanner will be upgraded later this year to form a test-bed for the development of the 11.7T facility. The 11.7T scanner is being produced in collaboration with Philips, Tesla Engineering and the University of Glasgow. The magnet is scheduled for delivery in April 2026 with system integration continuing over the following 6 months. The scanner will be operated as a national facility and researchers from key universities across the UK have been involved in its development.We support applicants from diverse career paths and backgrounds, and welcome applications from those wishing to work part-time, in order to combine the fellowship with other personal responsibilities. Researchers in MR Physics with interests in RF technology or ultra-high field magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy are particularly encouraged to apply.As part of our commitment to improving equality, diversity, and inclusion within the school, shortlisted candidates will be given the opportunity to talk to a member of staff representing women, racially minoritized people, LGBTQIA+, or disabilities communities. This will be separate from the assessment process and will play no role in the decision to appoint.Hours of work are full-time (36.25 hours) ; however applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 21.75 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part time and the number of preferred hours. Job share arrangements may be considered.Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Richard Bowtell (richard.bowtell@nottingham.ac.uk). Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.Further details:(this will open a new window)Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Learn more about the university commitment to .We are delighted to share that we are the first university to have achieved .We want you to succeed in our recruitment process and have published for you to access information and support on application and interview process.We offer a range of benefits, visit website to learn what we can offer you.We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe and we want to make your transition to living in the UK as smooth as possible. Visit the page to find out more.Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by .

Expected salary

£44263 – 56021 per year

Location

Mansfield, Nottinghamshire

Job date

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 23:59:05 GMT

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