Position Summary

Outstanding candidates interested in pursuing an academic career in medical physics are sought for a Postdoctoral Research position in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Washington University School of Medicine. In this up to 24-month position, the postdoc will benefit from a vast array of resources and exceptional training in a top-ranked clinical environment. The primary focus of the research is to conduct MRI-guided radiotherapy projects including adaptive radiotherapy and MRI. The postdoc will participate in MRI acquisition and processing, and in radiotherapy planning. In addition, the postdoc will be involved in IT application development using MATLAB or C++.

The Department of Radiation Oncology at Washington University provides a full range of clinical services including IMRT, image-guided brachytherapy, cone-beam CT guided radiation therapy, MR-guided radiation therapy, on-line portal imaging, high-intensity focused ultrasound, proton and stereotactic radiosurgery.�Research programs include�automated health IT system, proton therapy, image guided adaptive radiotherapy, functional imaging with MRI and a wide range of molecular biology translational studies.�The Molecular Imaging Center includes PET, microPET and 3T MRI imaging facilities, a cyclotron, and a wide range of research activities.�The Division of Medical Physics, led by director Dr. Geoffery Hugo, includes 40 faculty and CAMPEP-accredited medical physics certificate and master program.�Postdocs are welcome to take courses of the education programs needed to become competitive residency program applicants.

Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/ .

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in medical physics, physics, or engineering.
• Experience in academic research and manuscript preparation.
• Skills�in engineering mathematics and scientific programming using MATLAB or C++.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience of radiotherapy and/or MRI.

Working Conditions

This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.�The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Applicant Special Instructions

Please send a letter of intent and curriculum vitae to Dr. Taeho Kim�at taehokim@wustl.edu . Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Taeho Kim as well.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email�CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu �or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University�s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment � fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.