Therapeutic Medical Physicist - Faculty… at Medical… · Milwaukee

Position Summary:

The Department of Radiation Oncology at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), seeks a Medical Physicist to join our expanding Radiation Oncology Department. This position is located in Milwaukee, WI at our Froedtert Campus. We are comprised of nationally and internationally renowned, dedicated group of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to clinical care.

Position Highlights:

• Provide medical physics service for patients treated with radiation therapy and develop technology and method to improve effectiveness of radiation treatment.
• Calibration and maintenance of radiation treatment planning and delivery equipment consistent with national protocols. Establish and conduct a quality assurance program consistent with national protocols.
• Providing clinical physics support in routine radiation therapy clinic, including support of treatment planning, treatment delivery, and special procedures such as brachytherapy, stereotactic radiation therapy, total body irradiation.
• Program development to improve radiation treatment planning and delivery by implementing new approaches in treatment planning and delivery.
• Development of practice standards for new treatment approaches which are consistent with national standards, and which provide for patient and staff safety.
• Participation in the development of new technologies and methods to improve radiation treatment effectiveness through translational and clinical research.
• Participation in education and training of future radiation therapy professionals including radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists and therapists.
• Maintain proper records necessary for APEx, JCAHO, NRC, State of Wisconsin and other agencies. Participate in the safety program of the institution and department, with emphasis of radiation safety. Provide continuing education for students, staff, residents and staff oncologists.
• Primary work location will be at the Milwaukee, WI Froedtert Campus.

Schedule:

• Full-time position.
• Provide coverage during core business hours with some flexibility required, as necessary, to accommodate business needs.

Department/Division Highlights:

• National Leader in Precision Radiation Medicine & Advanced Technology Comprehensive next-generation platform including MR Linac–based adaptive therapy, MR-guided brachytherapy, Gamma Knife ICON™, Radixact™ Tomotherapy™, and upcoming Proton Therapy — all integrated within a precision-first care model.
• Pioneer in Adaptive & Biologically Guided Radiation Therapy Nationally recognized research leadership in adaptive radiotherapy, imaging biomarkers, molecular phenotyping, and mitigation of normal tissue injury to personalize and improve patient outcomes.
• ROCKET Program & NCI-Supported Clinical Trial Leadership Dedicated internal infrastructure that accelerates innovation into open, multidisciplinary trials, with faculty actively engaged in NCI-funded cooperative groups and international clinical research.
• Integrated Academic–Community & Adult–Pediatric Model Broad clinical footprint across academic, VA, community, and pediatric settings — extending state-of-the-art technology and clinical trial access while maintaining academic excellence.
• Radiation Oncology

Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: PhD
• Prior Experience: Completion of Radiation Oncology Medical Physics Residency
• Preferred Field of Study: Radiation Oncology Medical Physics
• Certification: ABR (or equivalent) board certified or eligible – Radiation Therapy Physics
• Certification must be obtained within three years from date of hire.

Procedure for Candidacy:

To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now.” You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications. References will be required at an appropriate time in the process. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For inquiries or to learn more, please contact:

David Dunn, Physician & APP Recruiter

Ddunn@mcw.edu

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Medical College of Wisconsin

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.

Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.

The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research and community service.

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All of our endeavors at MCW, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: acting in Caring ways – engaging in Collaborative efforts – approaching our world with Curiosity – advancing Inclusive practices – demonstrating Integrity in all we do – treating everyone with Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.

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