Trainee Clinical Scientist - Neurophysiology in Swansea

Exciting opportunities to use your science degree for patient and public benefit. Gain a master's degree and specialist work-based experience through a nationally recognised training programme. Starting salary will be on the first point of Band 6 on a 3-year fixed-term contract.

Healthcare science is one of the most exciting and dynamic areas to work in. Join a unique team who are inspired to apply their exceptional scientific knowledge and skills to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease and the rehabilitation of patients. The NHS in Wales is offering 1 salaried post-graduate training programme in Neurophysiology for high-calibre science graduates who are passionate about science and its role in patient care.

The Trainee Clinical Scientist will be employed by the host organisation for a fixed term of three years. During this time, they will work through a work-based programme of learning. This will be combined with an academic programme at master's (MSc) level over the three-year period. The first part of the academic programme will introduce the basic science and theoretical background of the rotational disciplines and their application in clinical science within health, as well as providing an introduction to healthcare services and values. The master’s degree includes a research project within year 2/3.

Clinical Neurophysiology is a discipline within Healthcare Science which is exciting and dynamic. The Clinical Neurophysiology department diagnoses and monitors conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous system and eyes such as epilepsy, nerve entrapments and visual disorders. This is done by measuring the electrical activity of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. A range of tests that chart different brain and neurological activities can be conducted to record:

• Electrical impulses in the brain (electroencephalogram)
• Electrical signals passing along nerves in the limbs (nerve conduction studies)
• Electrical activity in muscles (electromyography)
• Response of the optic nerve to light stimulation (visual evoked potentials)

The service is supported by Consultant Neurophysiologists, Clinical Scientists and Clinical Physiologists. Most of the work is in providing an outpatient service although we provide an inpatient service for those who require urgent tests.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. This post is fixed term 3 years due to funding.

In conjunction with, and supported by, the designated Training Coordinator/Officer, the Trainee Clinical Scientist will be responsible for their own progression through the training programme. This will include completing the learning outcomes as outlined in the Learning Guides, progressing through a mixture of work-based competence and experience in NHS scientific departments and undertaking the complementary academic master’s programme at the designated Higher Education Institution. This is a three-year post-graduate programme, and the successful candidates will be employed by an NHS Wales organisation for the duration of their training and will be based at Swansea Bay University Health Board, Morriston Hospital.

The training is aligned with the Scientific Training Programme (STP) and supported by the National School of Healthcare Science. Posts are due to commence in September 2026.

For those who require Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK: please contact the local Service Contact to check whether this role is eligible for sponsorship.

Trainees will be required to rotate through other areas, which may involve placements at other locations. On completion of training, prospects for permanent employment within Wales are excellent. For individuals with aptitude and commitment there are opportunities to progress through the career pathway to Consultant Clinical Scientist. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are motivated to pursue their career within Wales.

For further information about these training positions, please contact: Sara Davies / [email protected] for SBUHB, Morriston Hospital. Interviews will be held face-to-face.