Deputy Proton Therapy Physics Lead

Radiotherapy UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Flexible working

Homeworking

Job summary

The Christie is a leading cancer centre in Manchester delivering national proton therapy services. The proton therapy physics team comprises physicists, radiographers and technologists, collaborating with clinical oncologists to ensure accurate treatment planning, QA, and ongoing development.

Training and protected development time are provided. Applicants may have limited proton experience; comprehensive training is available.

Qualifications

• BSc in Physics, MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent
• HCPC registration via ACS or equivalent
• PhD or equivalent research training advisable
• IPEM or equivalent membership desirable
• Experience in radiotherapy physics and proton therapy advantageous

Responsibilities

• Contribute to scientific management of the clinical treatment planning system.
• Develop and implement treatment planning software for efficiency.
• Maintain QA for proton treatment units within ISO 9001:2015.
• Assist in imaging protocols and verification of plans.
• Supervise trainees and contribute to teaching programmes.
• Participate in R&D and dissemination of research findings

Skills

Multi-disciplinary team working

Radiation monitoring equipment

Treatment planning software

Scientific report writing/publication

Data analysis (Excel)

Clear communication of complex science

Education

BSc in Physics

MSc in Medical Physics

HCPC registration as clinical scientist (ACS)

PhD or equivalent research training

IPEM membership or equivalent

Tools

Python

C#

Treatment planning software

Job description

The Christie is a leading cancer centre in Manchester delivering national proton therapy services. The proton therapy physics team comprises physicists, radiographers and technologists, collaborating with clinical oncologists to ensure accurate treatment planning, QA, and ongoing development.

Training and protected development time are provided. Applicants may have limited proton experience; comprehensive training is available.