Assistant Radiobiologist

This position will provide professional radiobiology services in the Department of Radiation Oncology (or its outreach/affiliates) . Evaluates and interprets medical radiation treatment prescriptions, collaborates with medical and veterinary providers in the design and modification of effective radiation treatments for experimental and veterinary animals; provide radiobiological guidance in the development of treatment plans for animals undergoing radiation therapy; develop and maintain guidelines, policies, procedures, objectives, quality measurements, and safety; perform clinical research as required. Importantly, a radiation biologist studies how radiation affects tumor and surrounding normal tissues for conventional radiotherapy, hypofractionated radiotherapy and mixed modality treatments (brachytherapy, IORT, SBRT, Gamma Stereotactic Radiosurgery) and re-treatments. Through experimentation and data gathering, they pursue an understanding of topics such as how to better diagnose and treat cancer.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: PhD or equivalent with specialization in radiation biology. Extensive progressively responsible experience in Radiation Oncology. Minimum of four years of Radiation Oncology experience through previous work experience.

On going: Meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.

Function: Imaging

Subfunction: Radiation Biologist and Physics

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Career Level: S3

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