Rad Oncology Medical Physicist

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Its a transformational time to be a part of the University of Wisconsin! The Radiation Oncology Physics Section at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Human Oncology is seeking a medical physicist to join our team of 24 physicists 6 physics residents and medical physics assistants. The successful candidate will participate in high-level clinical development and application of radiation oncology imaging treatment planning and delivery systems to further high precision advancements in treatment options and patient care.

Our department is vibrant and growing with the Fall 2024 opening of our dual-hub UW Health Cancer Center Eastpark Medical Center location located on Madisons east side. The 469000 square foot state-of-the-art facility and introduced two new Varian TrueBeams and a Varian Edge Elekta Flexitron Remote Afterloader coupled with Siemens multi-energy CT on rails. While beyond the scope of the present job description proton therapy via a Hitachi gantry room and fixed beam room with first-of-kind upright patient positioning system will be offered at the Eastpark location.

In addition to the services provided at our Eastpark location the UW Health University campus currently includes a Viewray MRIdian Linac with daily online adaptive radiation therapy three Varian TrueBeams (one STx) an AccuRay Tomotherapy HDA and two Elekta Flexitron Remote Afterloaders. We offer a broad range of special procedures including SRS/SBRT TBI TSE and brachytherapy for a wide range of treatment sites (e.g. GYN breast prostate) with MRI-guided planning and BodyTom CT for image verification. Advanced simulation capabilities are routinely integrated into clinical practice including Siemens dual-energy computed tomography and 1.5 T GE MR-simulator units. Automated planning/scripting is employed via robust use of RayStation coupled with MIM. Two additional satellite locations with modern technology and integrated clinical practices are included in our clinical coverage model with flexibility in work location possibly required based on clinical needs and candidate skillsets.

Additional academic responsibilities based on the candidates interests and accomplishments will include research and teaching activities in alignment with the programmatic goals of the department. UW is a state-of-the-art integrated clinical research and training facility ranked number 1 in Wisconsin in the U.S. News & World Report for the 11th consecutive year that continually invests in the latest technological advancements. Access to ample preclinical/clinical research imaging and therapeutic systems (Xstrahl SARRP FLASH etc.) are available. Current active research programs include adaptive radiation therapy theranostics artificial intelligence normal-tissue toxicity assessment advanced imaging and automated treatment planning/scripting. Interactions with the Department of Medical Physics Graduate Program and undergraduate outreach programs are strongly supported and encouraged.

The UW- Madison campus located in the heart of the City of Madison spans 936 acres along the scenic southern shore of Lake Mendota. Madison is consistently ranked as one of the top cities in the nation to live. The city encourages fitness with61 miles of designated bike trails and over 146 miles of roads with marked bike lanes. Madison is surrounded by the beauty of four local lakes has a lively culinary and festival scene and promotes a healthy work life balance. UW Faculty and Staff also enjoy robust benefits such as the State of Wisconsin benefits package a diverse campus setting and a competitive salary.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership

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

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

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

• Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures

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

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Compensation:

Negotiable 12 month

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation holidays and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer

Required Qualifications:

• Experience performing quality assurance of and clinical support for conventional linear accelerator systems

• Experience with advanced computed tomography imaging magnetic resonance imaging and experimental data acquisition and analysis

Education:

Masters degree in Medical Physics or closely related field

How to Apply:

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Please note there is only one attachment field. You must upload all your documents in the attachment field. 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.

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

This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with JR. Please note that only one vacancy exists. Having two job postings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates with both faculty credentials and non-faculty credentials for this position.

Contact Information:

Alex Scaffidi

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