Project Scientist: X-ray Imaging Access Manager

About the role:
The successful postholder will manage the operation and maintenance of the state-of-the-art Multiscale X-ray Imaging Centre (part of the British Museum’s Scientific Research department) consisting of a large-scale X-radiography Suite, and a new Micro-CT laboratory. The appointed person will also facilitate access to the Centre for the heritage science sector, as part of the AHRC-funded national Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS).

Key areas of responsibility:
• To manage the day-to-day operation of the two X-ray imaging laboratories which make up the Centre, as well as the workstations for image processing and analysis.
• To act as Radiation Protection Supervisor of the laboratory spaces, including conducting regular radiation monitoring and maintaining up-to-date risk assessments.
• To ensure proper management of the data generated by the Centre, in collaboration with the national Heritage Science Data Service (HSDS) which will be established as part of RICHeS.
• To facilitate access to the Centre for both external and internal users, including X-ray imaging in the laboratory and assistance with image processing and interpretation.
• To provide training and supervision, where appropriate, for users of the laboratory spaces and image processing workstations.
• Any other appropriate duties related to X-ray imaging as identified by Scientific Research.

About you:
• Degree in a subject relevant to X-Ray CT imaging, heritage science or equivalent experience.
• Significant practical experience of operating micro-CT scanning equipment.
• Demonstrable experience with CT image processing software, such as VG Studio Max, Avizo or Dragonfly and the analysis and interpretation of X-ray CT data.
• Experience of maintaining and troubleshooting issues with micro-CT equipment.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to identify and organise priorities for effective research projects execution.

Additional details:
For more information about this role, please see the job description.

The interviews are expected to take place in the week commencing 29 September 2025.

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