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Posted: 22-Sep-23
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Type: Career Positions
Salary: Negotiable
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Internal Number: 284535-AS
Position Summary
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 with strong clinical skills to engage in radiation oncology physics activities. The successful candidate will participate in high-level clinical development and application of radiation oncology imaging, treatment planning, and delivery systems to further the advancement of treatment options and patient care. The Radiation Oncology Physics section currently employs 17 physicists and four physics residents with substantial future growth expected in 2024.
Our department is vibrant, growing, and clinical coverage may include practicing clinical physics services at the UW Health Cancer Center, Eastpark Medical Center location, which is part of our dual-hub model located on Madison's east side. The 469,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility will open in Fall, 2024 and will also include two Varian TrueBeams, a Varian Edge, and an 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. Aria record and verify systems will be fully integrated between our two major hubs.
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 are included in our clinical coverage model with flexibility in work location possibly required based on clinical needs.
Additional academic responsibilities, based on the candidate's 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 theranostics, artificial intelligence, normal-tissue toxicity assessment, advanced imaging, and automated treatment planning/scripting.
1. Investigate and identify clinical problems, develop solutions, and implement quality management programs.
2. Participate in the development of novel image guided and intensity modulated radiation therapy, brachytherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, and/or MR-guided treatment planning and delivery programs, including adaptive radiation therapy.
3. Support advanced imaging techniques including multi-energy CT and MR simulators for patient modeling and response assessment.
5. Develop and perform clinical radiation oncology physics procedures related to all forms of brachytherapy, linear accelerators, quality management and improvement, simulators, radioactive materials, and radiation measurement equipment. These activities include patient plan checks, patient localization and immobilization, chart rounds participation, on-call physics coverage, and handling equipment repair and maintenance issues.
6. Contribute to the department's research studies and publications, including engagement with clinical trials.
7. The successful candidate will also participate in professional, public, and university service, as well as take active teaching roles for both physics and physician residents as well as other trainees.
The successful applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
Degree and Area of Specialization
A M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Medical Physics or in a related field is required.
Minimum Experience
Experience performing quality assurance of and clinical support for conventional linear accelerator systems, brachytherapy with HDR remote after-loaders and unsealed sources, radiation dosimetry measurement equipment, radiotherapy treatment planning systems, advanced computed tomography imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, and experimental data acquisition and analysis is desirable.
Proficiency with a broad range of clinical software systems is required, as are excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Licensure or Certification
Candidates must be certified 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, or must be Board eligible. Board eligible candidates must achieve board certification within three years of hire.
Additional Information
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 with 61 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.
This position will remain open, and applications may be considered until the position is filled. Below are the URLs for the PhD specific and MS specific job postings. Please note that having two position vacancy listings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates with both MS and PhD credentials for this position.
Non-tenure Track Faculty Applicants (PhD required): https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/radiation-oncology-medical-physicist-madison-wisconsin-united-states-4827eb77-3f86-4d60-b76d-71f14e8707b6
Staff Applicants: https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/radiation-oncology-medical-physicist-madison-wisconsin-united-states-03677874-98b3-49b0-b9ea-b226d46a0c07
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