Post Doctoral Fellow - ONC Radiation Oncology
About The Position
The Medical Physics Division in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Kansas Medical Center seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow in Medical Physics to develop novel computational and experimental methods for image guided radiation therapy. The Fellow will have access to numerous state-of-the-art medical linear accelerators, CT scanners, and a FLASH-capable ProteusONE proton therapy system in the department. Postdoctoral scholars at the University of Kansas Medical Center are individuals who have received their terminal degree and who have opted to pursue further training in a postdoctoral appointment. Postdoctoral scholarship is a time-limited appointment, the primary purpose of which is to provide research and/or scholarly training for an academic or research career. A postdoctoral scholar is expected to participate in a full-time regimen of advanced training and research, train under the supervision of a faculty research mentor who will provide the opportunity for both collaborative and independent research, participate in relevant academic activities related to the preparation of a career in research or academia, participate in the University’s Individual Development Plan policy for postdoctoral scholars, as well as promote publication of findings and preparation of research grants as determined by a mutual agreement between the postdoctoral scholar and the mentor. Candidates will have a PhD, MD, or equivalent terminal degree and should have communication skills. Candidates must be able to independently plan, multi-task and complete projects. Ideally, the Fellow will be expected to design and execute experiments, analyze data, write and prepare independent grant applications and manuscripts for scientific publications, and supervise graduate students.
Requirements
- PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree.
- Formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position.
- Communication skills.
- Ability to independently plan, multi-task and complete projects.
Nice To Haves
- Design and execute experiments.
- Analyze data.
- Write and prepare independent grant applications and manuscripts for scientific publications.
- Supervise graduate students.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research under PI mentorship.
- Design, execute, and analyze experiments or studies.
- Collect, manage, and interpret datasets.
- Contribute to protocols, manuals, and regulatory documents.
- Collaborate with the PI, faculty, and research teams on project direction and results interpretation.
- Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations for peer-reviewed journals and scientific meetings.
- Assist in preparing research proposals or other funding submissions.
- Participate in seminars, workshops, and professional development activities.
- Develop and follow an Individual Development Plan (IDP).
- Mentor graduate or undergraduate students, interns, or trainees.
- Present research findings at meetings.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date research records.
- Adhere to IRB, IACUC, data security, and other compliance policies.
- Attend required departmental and University orientation and training sessions.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health expense accounts with generous employer contributions
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Various additional voluntary insurance plans
- Paid time off, including vacation and sick
- Ten paid holidays
- One paid discretionary day after six months of employment
- Paid time off for bereavement
- Paid time off for jury duty
- Paid time off for military service
- Paid parental leave after 12 months of employment
- Retirement program with a generous employer contribution
- Additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
