Former chair of the College of Radiographers’ Board of Trustees, Dr Marcus Jackson, has been announced as an upcoming recipient of the Fellowship of the College of Radiographers.
Dr Jackson, an associate professor and divisional lead in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiography at City St George’s University of London, will receive the award in July during the inauguration of the incoming SoR president, Rachel Nolan.
The Fellowship of the College of Radiographers (FCR) is an honorary title awarded to individuals who have made substantial contributions to the radiography profession. It is the highest-ranking honour in the College and is given out four times per year, with one typically being reserved for the outgoing SoR president.
On receiving the award, Dr Jackson said: “I have been proud to promote and advocate for the radiography profession since qualifying at Middlesex Hospital in 1986.
“To receive a Fellowship of the College of Radiographers is both deeply humbling and a real highlight of my career.
“I have been fortunate to give back to a profession that has given me so much, and I see this recognition not only as a personal honour but as a reflection of the incredible colleagues, students and practitioners I have worked alongside throughout my career.”
Dr Jackson is being recognised for his significant contribution to the radiography profession through his work as chair of the College of Radiographers’ Board of Trustees (CBoT), which saw him strengthen governance, support strategy, and advocate for equality, diversity and inclusion. He was also praised for his stewardship of the College’s charitable and educational endeavours.
Professor Natalie Armstrong, dean of the school of health and medical sciences at City St George’s, said: "Many congratulations to Marcus on being awarded a Fellowship of the College of Radiographers. It is an exceptional honour and a testament to his outstanding contributions to the radiography profession.”
As well as his influence while chairing CBoT, Dr Jackson has been a strong supporter of student experience and social justice, as demonstrated by his role as associate dean for student experience, in which he spearheaded initiatives to enhance student engagement, education and wellbeing.
Dr Jackson became chair of CBoT in 2022 after becoming a trustee in 2020. In December 2025, it was announced that he was stepping down as chair and would be replaced by former SoR president Pam Black.