Medical Physicist (Nuclear Medicine)
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The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is hiring a Medical Physicist (Nuclear Medicine) to ensure safe and effective use of radioactive materials and nuclear imaging technologies. The role involves protocol development, radiation safety and dosimetry, quality assurance, and equipment calibration in line with international standards.
- Specialist hospital role in a 500-bed world-class medical centre in Abuja
- Focus on nuclear medicine diagnostics and therapy safety
- Requires adherence to IAEA, WHO, and national safety standards
- Involves protocol optimization, dosimetry, and equipment QA
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Medical Physicist (Nuclear Medicine) at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
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Sep 25, 2026, 9:08 AM
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The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, and general medical and surgical services, along with top notch research and education. The AMCE will provide exceptional care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust., AMCE Abuja is the first of five centres planned for development in Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title:
Medical Physicist (Nuclear Medicine)
Location: Abuja
Job Purpose
The Medical Physicist, Nuclear Medicine will be responsible for ensuring the safe, accurate, and effective use of radioactive materials and nuclear imaging technologies for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
The role holder will optimize nuclear medicine protocols, oversee radiation protection, and provide expert support to clinicians in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Protocol Development and Optimization:
Continuously assess and improve existing protocols, based on the latest scientific evidence and technological advancements, to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes.
Design, develop, and optimize nuclear medicine protocols for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures, ensuring that all protocols adhere to international standards (IAEA, WHO) and safety regulations.
Radiation Safety and Dosimetry:
Perform dosimetry calculations and measurements to ensure that prescribed radiation doses are delivered accurately and safely to the patient during nuclear medicine procedures.
Oversee and implement radiation protection programs to minimize radiation exposure to patients, healthcare workers, and the public, in accordance with national and international safety standards.
Implement and monitor radiation safety practices, including the calibration of equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
Quality Assurance and Equipment Calibration:
Conduct regular quality assurance (QA) and calibration of nuclear medicine equipment (e.g., PET/CT, SPECT scanners) to ensure optimal performance, accuracy, and consistency in imaging and therapeutic procedures.
Troubleshoot and repair nuclear medicine equipment to prevent downtime and maintain high standards of clinical practice.
Lead periodic radiation safety audits and inspections to verify the proper functioning of equipment, ensuring compliance with quality control measures and safety protocols.
Radiopharmaceutical Management and Safety:
Advise on the safe and efficient use of radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and minimizing radiation exposure to healthcare workers during preparation and administration.
Oversee the safe handling, storage, and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring that doses are appropriately calculated based on patient-specific factors, and monitoring patient responses.
Imaging Analysis and Reporting:
Analyze nuclear medicine imaging data (e.g., PET, SPECT, scintigraphy) to assess quality, accuracy, and diagnostic value, and provide detailed feedback to the medical team on image quality and any necessary adjustments.
Assist radiologists and clinicians in interpreting nuclear medicine images, ensuring the proper integration of imaging results into treatment planning, particularly for oncology patients
Clinical Trial Support and Research:
Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical research studies, focusing on new imaging technologies, radiopharmaceuticals, and treatment techniques.
Contribute to the development of evidence-based practices for nuclear medicine applications in oncology, collaborating with research teams to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.
Staff Training and Education on Physics Principles:
Ensure that staff are up to date on the latest techniques, equipment, and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous learning and compliance with regulatory standards.
Provide education and training to healthcare staff (nuclear medicine technologists, radiologists, clinicians) on radiation safety, dosimetry, imaging technology, and the underlying principles of nuclear medicine physics.
Radiation Monitoring and Compliance:
Implement corrective actions as needed when deviations from safety standards are identified and prepare detailed reports for regulatory agencies and internal reviews.
Perform regular radiation monitoring, including area surveys and personnel dosimetry, to ensure that radiation exposure levels remain within acceptable limits.
Treatment Planning Support:
Utilize advanced nuclear medicine technologies (e.g., radioimmunotherapy, radiolabeled therapies) to enhance precision medicine and treatment targeting in oncology.
Collaborate with oncologists and other clinical specialists to integrate nuclear medicine physics into personalized treatment planning for cancer patients, using advanced imaging techniques to guide therapy.
Equipment Maintenance and Technological Advancements:
Oversee the proper maintenance and calibration of all nuclear medicine equipment to ensure functionality and compliance with medical and safety standards.
Monitor emerging technologies and new developments in the field of nuclear medicine physics, such as advancements in imaging systems or therapeutic applications, and evaluate their potential for clinical adoption.
Data Management and Record Keeping:
Oversee the accurate management of nuclear medicine data, including patient imaging and dosimetry records, in compliance with legal, regulatory, and institutional data protection standards.
Maintain up-to-date and thorough documentation related to nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring all records meet quality assurance and accreditation standards.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a Medical Physicist in a Nuclear Medicine department.
- Demonstrated expertise in radiation safety and internal dosimetry calculations.
- Master’s or PhD in Medical Physics, specializing in Nuclear Medicine or a closely related field.
- Experience in research, protocol development, and staff mentoring.
- Hands-on experience with acceptance testing, commissioning, and QC of SPECT/CT and PET/CT systems.
- Certification in Medical Physics from a recognized national or international board is highly desirable.
- In-depth knowledge of nuclear medicine imaging (SPECT, PET), internal dosimetry, and radiation protection.
- Proven experience in implementing QA/QC programs and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Strong commitment to patient safety and clinical excellence.
- Must have skills:
- PET.
- SPECT
- QA/QC programs
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