Clinical Radiotherapy Physicist I

About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue"our mission"at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are seeking a motivated Clinical Radiotherapy Physicist to join the Radiation Dosimetry Core within the Radiotherapy Physics Division at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), based in Manhattan.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a large, high-performing clinical physics program supporting ~30 linear accelerators and 20 simulation suites across 8 regional sites, while specializing in commissioning, quality assurance (QA), and advanced dosimetry.

Role Overview:

As part of the Radiation Dosimetry Core, you will play a key role in the development, implementation, and maintenance of MSK's QA and dosimetry programs across multiple clinical sites.

• Perform routine and advanced quality assurance (QA) for linear accelerators and CT simulators at our Manhattan campuses.
• Contribute to the commissioning of new clinical equipment and software.
• Maintain and enhance the enterprise QA database and associated workflows.
• Participate in cross-calibration of dosimetry equipment (ion chambers, electrometers).
• Oversee daily QA processes across the Main Campus and Koch Center.
• Support clinical operations in external beam radiotherapy physics.
• Maintain QA datasets and documentation within clinical systems.
• Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of new QA technologies.
• Lead or support projects within the Radiation Dosimetry Core team.

Key Qualifications:

• Master's degree in medical physics or related physical sciences (or equivalent).
• ABR (or equivalent) board certification or eligibility.
• New York State License and New Jersey registration or eligibility for both.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel periodically to all MSK facilities as required.

Core Skills:

• Expertise in radiotherapy physics with a focus on QA and dosimetry.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining Linac and CT simulator QA systems.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including radiation oncologists and radiation therapists.
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills for clinical development projects.
• Computer knowledge and programming skills.
• Experience with database management and documentation systems.

Additional Information:

Report to Chief Physicist

Work hours: Flexible hours, hybrid with 3-5 days onsite

Location: 1275 York Ave, New York, NY

Professional development: Opportunities to attend workshops, conferences, and practical testing of new technologies.

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Pay Range: $182,100.00 - $300,200.00


FSLA Status: Exempt

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