How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. References should be available upon request or included in the application materials.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Job Summary
The Department of Radiation Oncology, Physics Division, at the University of Michigan is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral research fellow.
Our team includes over 20 faculty and staff physicists, and we support and supervise a number of academically oriented staff that specialize in imaging, treatment planning and data science. There is support and collaboration possible with faculty, residents, graduate students, undergraduate students, and other postdoctoral fellows within radiation oncology and across other academic departments including engineering, physics, and computer science. We also have dedicated software developers, research dosimetrists, imaging specialists and biostatisticians.
Responsibilities*
This research fellow will focus on novel treatment planning and calculation techniques for adaptive radiation therapy decision support and plan generation.
Required Qualifications*
Ph.D. or equivalent in Physics, Medical Physics, Engineering, or related field with an interest in Radiation Oncology Physics.
Desired Qualifications*
- Experience in algorithm and code development, radiation transport, or optimization techniques is desirable.
- Experience in medical physics or treatment planning is considered a plus.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Postdoctoral Research Fellows are appointed for an initial 1-year term with the possibility for a renewal.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.