Job Brief
The Medical Physics Professor is responsible for delivering high-quality education in the principles of medical physics, including the laws of matter and energy. This role encompasses both teaching and research duties, requiring a strong background in medical physics, radiation physics, and healthcare technology. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for teaching, a commitment to student success, and the ability to conduct innovative research that contributes to the field of medical physics.
Responsibilities
- Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in medical physics, radiation therapy, and imaging techniques.
- Design and implement assessment strategies to evaluate student performance and progress.
- Conduct research in medical physics and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance the application of medical physics in clinical settings.
- Supervise and mentor graduate students in their research projects and academic pursuits.
- Engage in departmental and university service, including committee work and community outreach.
- Stay current with advancements in medical physics and integrate new technologies into the curriculum.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Medical Physics, Physics, or a closely related field.
- Board certification in medical physics (e.g., ABMP, ABR) preferred.
- Proven teaching experience at the university level, with a focus on medical physics.
- Strong research background with a record of publications in reputable scientific journals.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage students and faculty.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary academic environment.
- Proficiency in using educational technology and laboratory equipment relevant to medical physics.
Similar Job Titles
- Professor of Medical Physics
- Associate Professor of Medical Physics
- Medical Physicist Educator
- Academic Medical Physicist
- Research Scientist in Medical Physics
- Lecturer in Medical Physics
- Clinical Medical Physics Professor
- Medical Physics Faculty
