Postdoctoral Researcher
Postdoctoral Researcher
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Union: NON-UNION
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Research
Reports to: Physicist
Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week
Shifts: Mon-Fri Day Shifts
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: July 22 2025
Job Summary:
The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre a world-leading cancer research institution invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled experimental physicist to join our cutting-edge research program. This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of cancer research examining X-ray-induced photodynamic therapy.
The successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of physicists chemists and oncologists to investigate the fundamental physics and biological effects of nanoclusters activated by X-rays. This project will involve a combination of experimental work and data analysis with a particular focus on Monte Carlo simulations.
Duties:
- Design and conduct experiments to characterize nanocluster behavior under X-ray irradiation.
- Develop and validate Monte Carlo models for photon transport and dose distribution in nanomaterial systems.
- Collaborate with chemists and biologists to optimize nanocluster designs for maximum therapeutic efficacy.
- Analyze experimental and simulation data to extract meaningful physical insights.
- Mentor graduate students and collaborate with other researchers within the program.
- Prepare high-quality manuscripts for publication in leading scientific journals.
- Additional responsibilities include presenting research findings at conferences.
Qualifications :
- Ph.D. in Experimental Physics Medical Physics or a related field obtained within the previous 5 years.
- Experience with Monte Carlo simulation (e.g. Geant4 FLUKA MCNP) is an asset.
- Strong experimental physics background ideally with experience in radiation or nanoparticle research.
- Proficiency in data analysis and scientific programming (e.g. Python MATLAB or C).
- Excellent scientific writing and communication skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with photodynamic therapy nanotechnology or radiation biology is an asset.
- Familiarity with imaging techniques (e.g. microscopy spectroscopy) is beneficial.
Additional Information :
Why join UHN
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts on-site gyms etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Employment Type
Contract
