Diagnostic Imaging Physicist - Radiology

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Benefits package

Job summary

Penn State University’s Department of Radiology Health Physics in Hershey, PA, seeks a non-tenure‑line Diagnostic Medical Physicist (Assistant Professor) to support imaging physics activities at the College, Penn State Health’s five medical centers, and numerous outpatient clinics. Customizable modalities include radiographic, fluoroscopic, CT, ultrasound, mammographic, MR, and nuclear medicine/PET imaging.

Some MR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (MS, DMP, or PhD) in medical physics or a related discipline.
• At least two years of experience in clinical diagnostic radiology or nuclear medicine physics.
• Board certification or eligibility in Diagnostic Medical Physics from the American Board of Radiology.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advanced imaging clinical support and acceptance testing.
• Supervision of physicist assistants.
• Quality assurance oversight and routine performance testing.
• Education and training of technologists, physicist assistants, medical residents, and physicians.
• ACR accreditation support, radiation shielding, and dosimetry calculations.
• Clinical research support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

MS/PhD in medical physics

Job description

Position Specifics

The Department of Radiology Health Physics at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA, seeks a non‑tenure line Diagnostic Medical Physicist (Assistant Professor) to support imaging physics activities at the College, Penn State Health’s five medical centers, and numerous outpatient clinics. The position supports a customizable selection of modalities including radiographic, fluoroscopic, CT, ultrasound, mammographic, MR, and nuclear medicine/PET imaging. Some experience with MR and MR safety is preferred.

Core responsibilities:

• Advanced imaging clinical support and acceptance testing.
• Supervision of physicist assistants.
• Quality assurance oversight and routine performance testing.
• Education and training of technologists, physicist assistants, medical residents, and physicians.
• ACR accreditation support, radiation shielding, and dosimetry calculations.
• Clinical research support.

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree (MS, DMP, or PhD) in medical physics or a related discipline.
• At least two years of experience in clinical diagnostic radiology or nuclear medicine physics (including residency, if applicable).
• Board certification or eligibility in Diagnostic Medical Physics from the American Board of Radiology. For board‑eligible candidates, a faculty appointment in Radiology will be provided upon certification.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and written and oral communication skills.

Background Checks / Clearances

This position requires additional clearances beyond standard background checks:

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check, as operating a motor vehicle is part of the role.

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount available to employees, their spouses, and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

EEO Statement

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473.