The University of New Mexico is looking to fill a Medical Physicist position in Radiation Oncology. This position will be with the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center in Albuquerque, NM, the only New Mexico academic healthcare facility dedicated to both cancer research and patient care. We are one of just 51 cancer centers in the United States to achieve Comprehensive designation by the NCI.

We are seeking a motivated medical physicist to be part of a medical physics team consisting of four medical physicists and five medical dosimetrists lead by a Director of Medical Physics. The ideal candidate should have strong technical and communication skills along with an interest in translational research and teaching. Enthusiasm about innovation, process improvement and patient safety are necessary as well.

The Cancer Center currently has two Elekta linear accelerators, with an Elekta Versa HD going live in the fall of 2023. An active HDR program is also present, using the Elekta Flexitron suite. Raystation is used as the treatment planning system. The department will be expanding to four linear accelerators and an MR linac in the next few years. In addition to the clinical responsibilities, participation in a CAMPEP approved MS program in the Department of Nuclear Engineering and research are additional components of the position. Building radiation oncology CAMPEP approved Radiation Therapy residency program is also in the initial phases. Research opportunities are available for interested candidates. Faculty appointments in the department of internal medicine will be considered for qualified candidate.

This position practices under indirect supervision and will provide professional medical physics services for a principal radiation research/therapy unit of Radiation Oncology. Evaluates and interprets medical radiation treatment prescriptions. Collaborates with medical providers in the design and modification of effective radiation treatments for patients. Supervises treatment plans. Provides quality assurance, participates in development and execution of equipment monitoring, calibration, and safety surveys.   Supervises patient setups and treatment delivery as necessary. As directed, responsible for coordinated research efforts in clinical radiotherapy.  As directed, manages the implementation of new technologies and meets expected timelines.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• MS, PhD, or equivalent degree or related sciences,
• Board Eligible or Board Certified

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in Medical Physics or related sciences
• Three years of clinical experience
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

To apply and view the complete description, please access Req27180 at: https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ . Complete applications will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three (3) references with mailing address, phone numbers, and email address.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator. Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment,” UNM Board of Regents’ Policy Manual 6.7), which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at https://policy.unm.edu/regents-policies/section-6/6-7.html

About UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center

The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center is the Official Cancer Center of New Mexico and the only National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center in a 500-mile radius. Its 125 board-certified oncology specialty physicians include cancer surgeons in every specialty (abdominal, thoracic, bone and soft tissue, neurosurgery, genitourinary, gynecology, and head and neck cancers), adult and pediatric hematologists/medical oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, and radiation oncologists. They, along with more than 500 other cancer healthcare professionals (nurses, pharmacists, nutritionists, navigators, psychologists and social workers), provided cancer care for nearly 60 percent of the adults and children in New Mexico affected by cancer. They treated 11,249 patients in 84,875 ambulatory clinic visits in addition to in-patient hospitalizations at UNM Hospital. These patients came from every county in the State. More than 12 percent of these patients participated in cancer clinical trials testing new cancer treatments and 35 percent of patients participated in other clinical research studies, including tests of novel cancer prevention strategies and cancer genome sequenc...ing. The 130 cancer research scientists affiliated with the UNMCCC were awarded almost $60 million in federal and private grants and contracts for cancer research projects and published 301 high quality publications. Promoting economic development, they filed more than 30 new patents in FY16, and since 2010, have launched 11 new biotechnology start-up companies. Scientists associated with the UNMCCC Cancer Control & Disparities have conducted more than 60 statewide community-based cancer education, prevention, screening, and behavioral intervention studies involving more than 10,000 New Mexicans. Finally, the physicians, scientists and staff have provided education and training experiences to more than 230 high school, undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral fellowship students in cancer research and cancer health care delivery. Learn more at http://cancer.unm.edu/.

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