Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Guthier Lab

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,385; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to advance photon and proton radiation therapy through computational and AI-driven innovation. The role focuses on automated treatment planning, adaptive delivery, and clinical workflow optimization to improve quality and efficiency of cancer care.

The position involves designing intelligent tools for treatment planning, image and data analysis, and adaptive therapy workflows, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D. in Medicine, Physics, Medical Physics, Mathematics, Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience in radiation treatment planning, advanced data analysis and proton radiation therapy is desirable.
• Strong research design and analytical skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research, develops, designs, executes and interprets research experiments.
• Contributes to scientific literature, reports, journals and presentations.
• Investigates, creates and develops new methods and technologies for research advancement.

Skills

Strong research design

Statistical analysis

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. or M.D. in Medicine, Physics, Medical Physics, Mathematics, Engineering or related field

Job description

Join us as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and help advance the next generation of photon and proton radiation therapy through cutting-edge computational and AI-driven innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and apply advanced methods in automated treatment planning, artificial intelligence, adaptive treatment delivery, and clinical workflow optimization to improve both the quality and efficiency of radiation therapy.

In this role, you will contribute to the design and implementation of intelligent tools for treatment planning automation, image and data analysis, and adaptive radiation therapy workflows. Your work will have broad impact across both photon and proton therapy, with the opportunity to translate novel computational approaches into real-world clinical practice and help shape the future of precision cancer care.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high‑risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School‑affiliated hospitals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Research, develops, designs, executes and interprets research experiments.
• Contributes to scientific literature, reports, journals and presentations.
• Investigates, creates and develops new methods and technologies for research advancement.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D. in Medicine, Physics, Medical Physics, Mathematics, Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience in radiation treatment planning, advanced data analysis and proton radiation therapy is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Optional - Strong research design and analytical skills.
• Strong database statistical skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of field of research.
• Excellent time management/organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Potentially supervising undergraduate researchers

At Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

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$72,000.00 - $76,385.00