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Job Title: Head of Physics
Job Reference: LP1663841OxfHOP
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £75000.00 to £87000.00
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Lead the future of quantitative MRI
We are looking for an exceptional Head of Physics to lead our MRI Physics team and drive the development of innovative quantitative MRI methodologies, imaging biomarkers, and software technologies that are transforming patient care.
This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished MRI physicist to combine scientific leadership, technical excellence, and strategic influence in a role that sits at the heart of cutting-edge healthcare innovation.
What you'll be doing
As Head of Physics, you will:
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of MRI physicists and engineers.
Define and deliver the Physics roadmap, aligning scientific innovation with business objectives.
Drive the development of quantitative MRI technologies, methodologies, and products.
Own the delivery of Physics programmes and projects, ensuring quality, prioritisation, and execution.
Act as the organisation's subject matter expert in MRI physics, partnering with Product, Engineering, Regulatory, Quality, Commercial, and Scientific teams.
Build and maintain collaborations with academic, clinical, and industry partners.
Support strategic decision-making through technical and scientific leadership.
Represent the organisation at conferences, scientific collaborations, customer engagements, and industry events.
What we're looking for
You'll bring:
MSc, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree in MR Physics or a related field
Significant postdoctoral and/or industry experience in MRI physics or quantitative imaging
A proven track record of leading and developing high-performing scientific or technical teams
Experience delivering complex scientific or technical programmes within multidisciplinary environments
Strong expertise in MRI physics, quantitative imaging, and scientific innovation
Scientific computing and/or software development experience
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
Nice to have
Experience with quantitative MRI methods on clinical MRI scanners
Commercial product development experience
Clinical trial imaging experience
Experience developing Software as a Medical Device (SaMD)
Interest in physiology across multiple organ systems
Why join us?
You will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of MRI innovation, work alongside excellent scientists and engineers, and contribute directly to technologies that improve outcomes for patients worldwide.
If you are passionate about advancing quantitative imaging and leading high-performing scientific teams, we'd love to hear from you.