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NCAT

Part-Time Instructor | Physics

Greensboro, NC · On-site +1

The Department of Physics invites applications for Part-Time Instructors for Spring 2026 or Fall 2026. Part-Time Instructors are hired on a semester-by-semester basis to teach physic courses. The ...

Palomar College

Part-time Faculty, Physics

San Marcos, CA · On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

Posting Details Position Information Position Title Part-time Faculty, Physics Department Physics and Engineering Department Primary Location N/A Location Details A part-time faculty member ...

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Physicist- Part Time

Physicist- Part Time

University Cancer & Blood Center

Athens, GA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A REWARDING CAREER WITH A GROWING AND DYNAMIC TEAM? CONSIDER UCBC.
At University Cancer & Blood Center, we pride ourselves on listening. On providing hope, guidance, and comfort. On getting up each day and striving to make a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families. From our front-desk staff to our counselors, nurses, technicians and physicians - who've chosen to accept their calling, we salute them for their efforts and recognize them as the very special individuals that they are.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO JOIN US? IF SO WE'D LOVE TO HAVE YOU!
Job Description:
University Cancer & Blood Center is looking to hire a part-time physicist.
Job Duties:
  • Calibrate therapy equipment in a manner suitable for accurate radiation does delivery.
  • Direct the determination of radiation dose distributions in patients undergoing treatment (i.e. computerized dosimetry planning or direct radiation measurement).
  • Direct the design and construction of patient treatment aids or special devices such as: block, molds, etc.
  • Performs routine duties independent of supervision.
  • Consult with radiation oncologists, as required, concerning patient doses and optimization of patient treatment plans and delivery.
  • Develop policies and procedures related to radiation safety and radiation oncology physics.
  • Participate in equipment planning and evaluation and program planning.
  • Direct the acceptance testing of new equipment and treatment devices.
  • Direct the radiation safety program for the radiation oncology department.
  • Has working knowledge of radiation safety and current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
  • Maintain proper records necessary for NRC, state or other regulatory agencies.
  • Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
  • Analyzes new knowledge gained from conference, workshops, professional literature, and assimilates the knowledge into clinical practice.

Job Qualifications:
Master of Science or Doctoral degree in Radiological Physics, Health Physics or related discipline. Certification by the American Board of Radiology in Therapeutic Radiological Physics and compliance with the ACR Standard of Continuing Education. Two or more years post degree clinical experience or completion of a post degree clinical medical physics residency program under the preceptorship of a physicist certified by the American Board of Radiology in Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Radiological Physics. Must possess mathematical skills including algebra, trigonometry, and introductory calculus and be able to visualize objects in three-dimensional concepts to facilitate the treatment planning process.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions of Job:
Requires sitting, standing, walking, some bending, stooping, and stretching to include lifting up to 25 pounds; Potential for exposure to communicable illness from contagious patients; Extensive computer work, including viewing computer screens for long periods of time.

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