Grade: Grade 08
Contract Type: Continuing
Basis: Part Time (0.6 FTE)
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Friday 19 October 2018
Interview Date: Wednesday 07 November 2018
Aston University is committed to investing in areas of research excellence. The Aston Brain Centre is a campus based research facility that includes a 3 tesla MRI scanner as well as a range of other tools for neuroimaging research (e.g. TMS, MEG) and a purpose built research facility that can support clinical trials (e.g. toddler observation labs, sleep labs). As part of the centre’s new strategy, a permanent position of Research Radiographer is now available. The position holder will play a key role in delivering funded research and supporting new science. The successful candidate will join a vibrant team of clinical radiography staff who support research as well as clinical service.
The Aston Brain Centre is a flagship research facility within the School of Life and Health Sciences at Aston University. The School and University is acknowledged as UK-leading with an outstanding reputation for research and teaching. In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, 80% of Aston’s overall research ranked as ‘world leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’ with research in the Allied Health Professions ranked 5th in the UK. Within The School of Life & Health Sciences, 94% of our academic research is classed as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’.
Your application should highlight how you meet the essential requirements of the post detailed in the job description. You must hold qualifications in radiography and current HCPC registration.
Informal Enquiries should be addressed to Professor Amanda Wood, Director of the Aston Brain Centre, at a.wood4@aston.ac.uk or Mrs Elizabeth Squire, Lead Radiographer, e.squire1@aston.ac.uk.
Aston University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter http://www.ecu.ac.uk/equality-charter-marks/athena-swan/, recognised by a bronze award. We pride ourselves on our vibrant, friendly, supportive working environment and collaborative atmosphere.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
For more information and to apply, click here
Professor Amanda Wood: a.wood4@aston.ac.uk
Mrs Elizabeth Squire: e.squire1@aston.ac.uk
