Rad/Onc - Chief of the Division of Medical Physics - Department of Radiation Oncology - Loyola Medic

Job Description

Job Description

Lead the Future of Cancer Care with Us!

Our organization is on the lookout for a distinguished and forward-thinking individual 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 treatment at a globally recognized academic medical institution dedicated to patient-focused care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and groundbreaking innovation. Outstanding candidates may be considered for a prestigious endowed professorship to support their academic and research endeavors.

Why Join Our Organization?

• State-of-the-Art Technology: Utilize advanced 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 Services: Engage in a variety of services such as SRS, SBRT, HDR, TBI, IORT, hyperthermia, and Online Adaptive RT.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside a dynamic group comprising 6 faculty physicists, 4 clinical physicists, 1 physicist-scientist, 6 dosimetrists, 3 medical physics residents, and dedicated technical support.
• Commitment to Academic Excellence: Benefit from a robust research atmosphere that encourages collaboration, mentorship, and innovative thinking.
• Master's in Medical Physics Program: Participate in a newly established Master's 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 in alignment with departmental and institutional objectives. Act as a key advisor on technology, capital planning, and clinical program development.
• Clinical Excellence: Ensure stringent quality assurance, patient safety, and adherence to all regulatory standards. Oversee all physics operations, including treatment planning, machine QA, commissioning, calibration, and radiation safety protocols.
• Innovation and Integration: Spearhead the adoption of new technologies, automation, and adaptive therapy workflows.
• Mentorship and 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, shape strategic research initiatives, and translate findings into clinical applications.
• 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

• Required:
  • 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.
• Preferred:
  • 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.

Compensation and Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:

• 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 for consideration.

Our organization is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer/educator, committed to diversifying its faculty.