Department of Radiation Oncology

The World’s Best Stop at Nothing There’s a reason St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is consistently ranked on Glassdoor’s “Best Places to Work” list. Actually, there are more than 6,500 reasons. At our world-class pediatric research hospital, every one of our 6,500 professionals shares our commitment to making a difference in the lives of the children we serve. There’s a unique bond when you are part of a team that will stop at nothing to advance the treatments and cures of pediatric catastrophic diseases. The result is a collaborative, positive environment where all employees, regardless of their role, receive the resources, support, and encouragement to advance and grow their careers.Performs routine quality assurance services under direction of Qualified Medical Physicist on photon/proton treatment machines, imaging systems, and patient-specific quality assurance, including the collection and processing of treatment-related data. Assists in maintaining physics equipment and organizing documentation related to radiation physics, equipment calibration, and quality assurance. Supports the implementation of radiation safety protocols and assists in maintaining and reporting department quality improvement plans and quality control programs.Job Responsibilities:Under direction, perform routine services (e.g., photon/proton treatment machine, imaging systems, patient-specific QA, collection and processing of treatment-related data).Assist in maintenance of physics section equipment.Organize and document records related radiation physics, equipment calibration, and quality assurance.Assist in implementation of radiation safety protocols.Assist in implementing, maintaining and reporting department quality improvement plans and quality control programs.Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.Maintain regular and predictable attendance.Minimum Education and/or Training:Bachelor's degree in physical sciences or related field required, bachelor's in physics preferred.Master's in physics preferred.Minimum Experience:2+ years of relevant experience preferred.CompensationIn recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $29.00 - $50.50 per hour for the role of Physics Assistant.Explore our exceptional benefits!St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.

St. Jude Children's Research HospitalThe Department of Radiation Oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is recruiting medical physicists to join its physics faculty. Faculty appointment to either a Clinician Scientist track or Clinical track is awarded based on the candidate’s expertise, experience and demonstrated record of academic achievement. The successful candidate will have a PhD in medical physics, engineering, or related physical science. Certification in radiation oncology physics by ABR/ABMP or eligibility for certification is highly desired. Board certification is expected within three years of employment. Foreign equivalents for these qualifications will be considered if acceptable. The department is focused on research and treatment of pediatric patients with an emphasis on brain, musculoskeletal, and solid tumors. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong interest in proton therapy and developing new methods of targeting, treatment planning, delivery, and outcome modeling. The department supports four clinician scientist faculty physicists, six clinical faculty physicists, three dosimetrists, two medical physics assistants and dedicated engineering, information systems, and research staff, inclusive of research scientists, post-doctoral fellows, and clinical research associates. The department includes five full-time pediatric radiation oncologists and supportive nursing, radiation therapy and child life specialist teams. The department is one of the largest pediatric radiation oncology facilities in the world and treats approximately 300 children, adolescents, and young adults each year.Our Proton Therapy Center is the first in the world dedicated solely to the treatment of children with cancer. The Proton Therapy Center is equipped with the Hitachi PROBEAT-V System, including two gantry rooms and a fixed beam room. Each room has a high-precision patient positioning, volumetric CBCT image-guidance system and a dedicated pencil-beam scanning nozzle. Video-based surface image guidance is also available. The department has 45,000 square feet of clinical space that includes a dedicated clinic, treatment planning, therapy, and anesthesia support.  It houses a Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator system with image-guidance and multiple imaging platforms (Spectral CT, PET/CT, 1.5T MR and 3.0T MR simulators) dedicated to treatment planning and on-treatment assessment.St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, ranked among top 5 pediatric cancer hospital by US News & World Report in 2023, is dedicated to supporting the professional and career development of faculty allowing for protected time and support based on effort distribution and responsibilities. St. Jude faculty receive generous benefits, such as retirement compensation plans, professional development allowance, and tuition assistance. How to apply:Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a letter outlining their career plans and interests that align with the Department’s mission, and the names of three references directly online.For more information:Chia-Ho Hua, PhD, Member, Director of Medical Physics Researchor Chin-Cheng Chen, PhD, Associate Member, Chief Clinical PhysicsDepartment of Radiation OncologySt. Jude Children’s Research Hospital262 Danny Thomas Place, MS 210Memphis, TN 38105Chia-ho.hua@stjude.orgChin-cheng.chen@stjude.org St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity EmployerNo Search FirmsSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.