Bentson Fellow (Researcher I)

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Job Summary:

The Department of Human Oncology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking applicants for theBentson Fellowship (translational laboratory research training) in Radiation Oncology. The Department of Human Oncology (DHO) is an interdisciplinary department within the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health with missions of clinical service research and education. The DHO fosters excellence in state-of-the-art cancer treatment teaching as well as basic translational and clinical research.

The fellowship will emphasize Radiation Oncology translational research at the level of 80-90% addition Bentson fellows will have the opportunity to pursue effort focused on clinical activities including clinical and procedural practice and the designand execution of clinical trials that relate to radiation addition Bentson fellows will have 10-20% clinical activities with opportunities to design and execute clinical trials that relate to new radiationoncology technologies and biologics. Candidates will have a strong interest in academic medicine and demonstrate a commitment to translational cancer research in radiation oncology. Candidates with particular talent and productivity in writing original material (research manuscripts and protocols)are encouraged to apply. Opportunities for translational research in the DHO are very strong and extend to collaboration with other Departments across the UW School of Medicine and Public Health.

Bentson Fellows will be appointed as Clinical Instructors in the Department of Human Oncology within the UW School of Medicine and Public Health.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts literature reviews prepares reports and materials and disseminates information to appropriate entities and assists with publications

• Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures

• Collects and analyzes basic research data conducts experiments and interviews and documents results according to established policies and procedures

• Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

• Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations research protocols and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area

• Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Human Oncology

The Department of Human Oncology (DHO) at the University of Wisconsin is dedicated to advancing the field of radiation oncology through excellence in education research and patient care. We are committed to training the next generation of leadersincluding radiation oncologists medical physicists and radiation therapy professionalswhile conducting innovative research that drives progress in cancer treatment. Our team is equally devoted to delivering high-quality compassionate care to individuals affected by cancer.

Compensation:

The starting salary for the position is $90000 annually but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Required Qualifications:

• Candidates must be certified or board eligible in Therapeutic/Radiation Oncology Medical Physics by the American Board of Radiology the American Board of Medical Physics or the Canadian College of Medical Physics.

• Completion of physics residency preferred. No additional work experience needed.

Education:

• Eligible candidates will possess a Ph.D. in Medical Physics or related field

How to Apply:

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• Cover Letter

• CV

Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is December 31 2025; however the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

University sponsorship is not available for this position including transfers of sponsorship and TN selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Contact Information:

Alex Scaffidi

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