About Birmingham City University
At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.
Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.
Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.
By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.
Role Summary
We are seeking a Senior Lecturer in Diagnostic Imaging Reporting (plain film, CT Head, or MRI) to join the Department of Health and Life Sciences as part of our Diagnostic Imaging Team, working at the forefront of radiography education and workforce development nationally and supporting the delivery of high-quality services across the University.
In this role, you will drive the development and expansion of reporting radiography education at the university. Working as a central member of the Midlands Imaging Training Academy (MITA) collaboration, you will help shape and deliver postgraduate reporting radiography provision, in the modalities of either plain film, CT Head, or MRI.
Key responsibilities are focused on teaching, assessment, and clinical education, working with a diverse multiprofessional learner group that includes radiology registrars, postgraduate radiographers, and other healthcare professionals. In addition to delivering reporting training, you will have opportunities to work across other modules dependent upon your experience and expertise including opportunities to support the undergraduate radiography portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with MITA partners to develop, deliver, and evaluate training programmes that improve reporting radiography services and education including leading and contributing to projects funded through MITA, managing deliverables, developing research or training proposals, and reporting on outcomes to ensure services are efficient, compliant, and aligned to University priorities.
BCU has invested significantly in its reporting radiography infrastructure. Our Imaging Academy is a dedicated large-scale teaching and assessment space equipped with 40 workstations with Vue PACS, enabling group teaching, skills development, and formal examinations in a realistic reporting environment. This is supported by two further PACS rooms with additional reporting stations available for smaller group teaching and individual assessment sessions. You will also have access to MITA’s Cimar web based PACS system which has a library of interesting cases provided by our local clinical partners. Alongside our reporting infrastructure, the campus has recently benefitted from a £3.75 million redevelopment of our Healthcare Skills Hub, which includes simulation and clinical training facilities across a range of healthcare disciplines. This investment reflects BCU's commitment to providing learners with the highest standard of clinical education and practical training.
Key Responsibilities
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Representing BCU at key stakeholder meetings, regional forums, and national events related to radiographer reporting education, advanced clinical practice and workforce development.
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Establish and strengthen relationships with NHS Trusts, private sector providers, and professional bodies.
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Work as an active contributor to MITA-funded projects, supporting the development and delivery of reporting radiography training across the West Midlands and at a national level.
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Deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment across the BSc and MSc Diagnostic Imaging courses, with a specific focus on reporting radiography and advanced clinical practice.
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Teach and assess using our dedicated reporting facilities, providing learners with an experience that closely mirrors professional clinical practice.
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Lead teaching in Plain film, MRI or CT reporting, in line with your clinical specialism and experience.
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Deliver education to a multiprofessional learner group, including radiology registrars, postgraduate radiographers, and other healthcare professionals undertaking advanced practice development.
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Take a leading role in developing and delivering innovative teaching methods, drawing on simulation, digital learning technologies, and a range of pedagogical approaches.
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Conduct and oversee formal assessments of reporting radiographers, Radiology Registrars and relevant health care professionals, ensuring alignment with national standards and regulatory requirements.
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Provide academic leadership, personal tutoring, and mentorship to students, supporting their progression, clinical competency, and professional development.
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Engage in interprofessional applied research focused on reporting radiography, simulation-based education, and clinical workforce innovation.
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Support bids for research or enterprise funding and contribute to the wider scholarly activity of the School.
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Contribute to student recruitment and public engagement activities.
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Supervise undergraduate and post graduate student research projects and support academic and clinical placement development for students and clinical partners.
Essential Requirements
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Undergraduate degree in Diagnostic Radiography or a related healthcare discipline.
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Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field, or significant and demonstrable progress towards completion.
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Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
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Post-registration clinical expertise in reporting radiography, with experience in plain film and/or cross-sectional imaging.
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Demonstrable experience of teaching, assessment, or clinical supervision in higher education, clinical, or professional education settings.
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Evidence of ongoing post-registration professional development in reporting radiography and advanced clinical practice.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of learners and professional stakeholders.
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Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage own workload independently.
Desirable Requirements
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Experience of using Carestream PACS or equivalent radiology information systems in a clinical or educational setting.
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Experience of delivering education or training to Radiology Registrars or other medical and healthcare professionals.
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Working towards or holding a Master’s or Doctoral qualification.
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Experience of leading curriculum development or programme review in higher education.
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Experience of securing or contributing to research or enterprise funding bids.
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Involvement with professional bodies, national committees, or peer-reviewed publication in a relevant field.
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Experience of establishing or sustaining external partnerships with NHS, private sector, or professional organisations.
Further Information
If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of the Department of Health and Care Professions, we would love to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact James Michael at [email protected] or Charlotte Burnside at [email protected]
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Why work for us
Radiographer Reporting is a growing and evolving field, with increasing demand for skilled practitioners and educators who can train the next generation of professionals across multiple disciplines. At BCU, you will be joining a team that is genuinely committed to advancing the profession through excellent education, strong clinical partnerships, and meaningful collaboration with the NHS and wider healthcare sector.
We value the experience and expertise that practitioners bring from clinical environments, and we work hard to create an academic culture that is supportive, collegial, and professionally relevant. Whether you are an experienced academic or a clinical practitioner looking to make the transition into higher education, we would welcome a conversation about how this role might suit you.
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Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
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Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
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Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
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Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential.
Disability Confident Employer
Birmingham City University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.
