Rad/Onc - Chief of the Division of Medical Physics - Department of Radiation Oncology - Loyola Medic
Job Description
Shape the Future of Cancer Treatment with Us!
Our organization is on the lookout for a distinguished and forward-thinking leader to take on the role of Chief of the Division of Medical Physics within the Department of Radiation Oncology. This is a remarkable chance to influence the landscape of cancer care at a globally recognized academic medical institution dedicated to patient-focused treatment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and groundbreaking advancements. Outstanding candidates may be considered for the Bahman Emami Endowed Professorship, which supports academic and research initiatives.
Why Choose Our Organization?
- Advanced Technology: Utilize state-of-the-art equipment including 3 Varian TrueBeams, 1 Varian Edge, 1 Varian Ethos, 3 CT simulators, and systems like Aria/Eclipse/Ethos, Elekta Flexitron, and Zeiss Intrabeam.
- Comprehensive Treatment Options: Offer a wide range of services such as SRS, SBRT, HDR, TBI, IORT, hyperthermia, and Online Adaptive RT.
- Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside 6 faculty physicists, 4 clinical physicists, 1 physicist-scientist, 6 dosimetrists, 3 medical physics residents, and dedicated technical support staff.
- Commitment to Academic Excellence: Engage in a robust research atmosphere with opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and innovation.
- New Master’s Program: Participate in the recently established Master’s in Medical Physics program through our institution.
Your Leadership Role
As the Chief of Medical Physics, your responsibilities will include:
- Strategic Vision: Establish the direction for physics operations and ensure alignment with departmental and institutional objectives. Act as a key advisor on technology, capital planning, and clinical program development.
- Clinical Excellence: Guarantee stringent quality assurance, patient safety, and adherence to all regulatory requirements. Supervise all physics operations, including treatment planning, machine QA, commissioning, calibration, and radiation safety protocols.
- Innovation & Integration: Spearhead the adoption of new technologies, automation, and adaptive therapy workflows.
- Mentorship & Talent Development: Foster a culture of academic growth through faculty development, resident training, supervision programs, mentorship, and staff engagement. Support teaching initiatives within our academic programs.
- Research Advancement: Secure funding, promote collaborations, define strategic research directions, and translate findings into clinical innovations.
- Organizational Representation: Enhance our national and international reputation through publications, presentations, and professional leadership roles.
- Operational Oversight: Manage budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic planning for technology and personnel.
- Recruitment: Attract and retain skilled professionals who demonstrate leadership, innovation, and academic excellence.
Qualifications
- Essential:
- PhD in Medical Physics, Physics, or a related discipline
- ABR certification (or equivalent)
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in academic clinical medical physics
- Desirable:
- Over 10 years of leadership experience
- Expertise across all modalities
- Strong research background and experience in strategic planning
- Proven ability to secure NIH or equivalent extramural funding
This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Starting salary ranging from $159,000 to $985,945
- Compensation based on academic rank and experience
- Comprehensive benefits package:
- Paid time off
- Paid malpractice insurance, including post-employment tail coverage
- Reimbursement for relocation expenses (in accordance with IRS guidelines)
- CME days and allowance
- Additional benefits from our institution
We encourage interested candidates to submit a cover letter and CV to the appropriate department within our organization.
Our organization is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer/educator, committed to diversifying its faculty.