Prinicpal Medical Physicist

EFOMP Working Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private hospital group in Limerick is seeking an experienced Principal Medical Physicist to oversee all aspects of Radiation Oncology Physics within a new cancer centre. The role includes responsibilities for equipment commissioning, quality assurance programmes, and compliance with radiation safety. Applicants should have an MSc/PhD in Medical Physics, be registered/eligible as an MPE, and possess strong experience in Linac calibration and advanced radiotherapy techniques. Competitive salary and leadership opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Registered/eligible MPE (Ireland/UK/EU/US/Canada) required.
• Strong experience in Linac calibration and QA is essential.
• Strong experience in Linac calibration and QA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee equipment commissioning and calibration.
• Implement quality assurance programmes.
• Coordinate the Medical Physics service.
• Coordinate Medical Physics services and ensure radiation safety compliance.

Skills

Linac calibration

Quality assurance

Advanced radiotherapy techniques

MPE eligibility

Education

MSc/PhD in Medical Physics or related discipline

Job description

Application closes at: May 1st, 2026 09:38

A leading private hospital groupis seeking an experienced Principal Medical Physicist to oversee all aspects of Radiation Oncology Physics within a brand newcancer centre opening in Limerick, Ireland later this year.

Responsibilities

This senior role includes responsibility for equipment commissioning and calibration, comprehensive quality assurance programmes, advanced treatment planning (3D-CRT, IMRT, VMAT, radiosurgery, brachytherapy), Medical Physics Expert (MPE) review, radiation safety compliance (EPA/HIQA), and day-to-day coordination of the Medical Physics service.

Requirements

• MSc/PhD in Medical Physics (or related discipline)
• Registered/eligible MPE (Ireland/UK/EU/US/Canada)
• Strong experience in Linac calibration, QA, and advanced radiotherapy techniques

Excellent opportunity to join a progressive, patient-centred oncology service offering competitive salary and scope for clinical leadership.