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... pilot study. Thus, this project would provide a comprehensive foundation for launching a future ... second GE 1.5T MRI (Simulator) to be installed and commissioned in early 2027. Additional ...
Second In Pilot information
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| Aspect | Second In Pilot | First Officer |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Second In Pilot certification | Commercial Pilot License (CPL), First Officer certification |
| Work Environment | Assists the Captain, operates as part of the flight crew | Shares flying duties, supports the Captain |
| Role in Flight | Supports the Captain, may handle specific flight segments | Primary pilot during flight, responsible for navigation and safety |
The Second In Pilot and First Officer roles are both essential flight crew positions requiring similar certifications. The Second In Pilot typically assists the Captain and may operate specific flight segments, while the First Officer is the primary pilot during flight, sharing flying duties and decision-making responsibilities. Both roles work closely within the cockpit, but the First Officer often has more flying authority and experience.
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$195.25/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement
Posted 11 days ago
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Job description
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
Post-Doctoral Research Position in Medical Physics:
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN invites applications for a two-year post-doctoral research fellowship in the Division of Medical Physics. The successful candidate will focus on development and testing of imaging tools for MRI-only radiotherapy workflows in upper abdomen, specifically: development and/or validation of 1) motion characterization and assessment tools using MRI (i.e., "4D-MRI"); 2) development and/or validation of novel synthetic CT. The project development team will include medical physicists, radiation oncologists, medical dosimetrists and informaticians; the selected individual will also collaborate directly with MRI scientists working in industry. This project also has a human subjects' research component, with the successful candidate helping to support a Mayo Institutional Research Board-approved clinical pilot study. Thus, this project would provide a comprehensive foundation for launching a future career in medical physics, as well as in any related field.
Requirements:
Qualified candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in physics, medical physics, engineering or computer science (or related field involving machine learning) and must demonstrate a strong knowledge base working with medical images, image processing, custom software development and machine learning. Preference will also be given to candidates available to start employment in July-August of 2026 and who are verbally committed to staying in this role through June, 2028 (or approximately two years).
As part of the application packet, candidates must include a cover letter with their curriculum vitae. Candidates must also provide contact information (e-mail address and telephone number) for three professional/educational references. (Candidates' references will only be requested after initial candidate screening.)
Facilities and Environment:
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Mayo Clinic Rochester is large, dynamic and diverse, with an exceptional breadth of clinical practice.
Staffing Summary:
The medical physics division consists of approximately 75 technical staff (physicists, physics residents and medical physics assistants), one third of whom focus on proton therapy.
Technologies offered:
The external beam radiotherapy photon practice treats greater than 250 patients per day utilizing an Edge Linac, two Ethos Linacs, three TrueBeam Linacs and a Gamma Knife ICON. Treatment procedures employ all conventional radiation therapy modalities, adaptive radiation therapy, and special procedures that include IORT (Linac and Mobetron), TBI, TSET, SRS, SBRT, SFRT, and (kV) Orthovoltage.
The Proton Beam Therapy Center, which opened in 2015, treats almost 100 patients per day (on average) and is supported by a Hitachi synchrotron with four spot scanning gantries and a single fixed beam room. Next year, an additional Hitachi synchrotron with two spot scanning gantry treatment rooms will be added to the facility, significantly expanding the number of patients we can accommodate.
The Brachytherapy practice includes HDR (PHDR, GYN, Breast, Sarcoma, Rectum and Bile Duct) and LDR (PSI, Eye Plaques, and Cardiac) and is equipped with two dedicated GE CT Simulators and three HDR afterloaders (Bravos).
Our proton and photon beam practices are supported by five Siemen's CT Simulators and a 3.0T GE MRI (Simulator) with a second GE 1.5T MRI (Simulator) to be installed and commissioned in early 2027.
Additional educational opportunities:
The Mayo Graduate School offers a CAMPEP-accredited medical physics certificate program. Individuals with non-CAMPEP degrees (i.e., with non-medical physics Ph.D.s) that successfully graduate from this certificate program quality to compete for the medical physics clinical residency matching program. Medical physics clinical residency is a requirement for pursuing a career as an ABR-certified clinical medical physicist. Voluntary participation in this optional program will be strongly encouraged for the successful candidate, should they wish to pursue a career in medical physics.
Radiation Oncology Contacts (for questions):
Erik J. Tryggestad, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Medical Physics, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
Consultant, Department of Radiation Oncology
Tryggestad.Erik@mayo.edu
Eyesha Younus, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Medical Physics, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
Senior Associate Consultant, Department of Radiation Oncology
Younus.Eyesha@mayo.edu
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in physics, medical physics, engineering or computer science (or related field involving machine learning) and must demonstrate a strong knowledge base working with medical images, image processing, custom software development and machine learning. Preference will also be given to candidates available to start employment in July-August of 2026 and who are verbally committed to staying in this role through June, 2028 (or approximately two years).
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$71,992.20 - $84,220.50 / year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
Monday - Friday
Weekend Schedule
as needed
International Assignment
No
Site Description
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the 'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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Kara SchottQualifications:
Qualified candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in physics, medical physics, engineering or computer science (or related field involving machine learning) and must demonstrate a strong knowledge base working with medical images, image processing, custom software development and machine learning. Preference will also be given to candidates available to start employment in July-August of 2026 and who are verbally committed to staying in this role through June, 2028 (or approximately two years).
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Mayo Clinic is the largest integrated, not-for-profit medical group practice in the world. We're building the future, one where the best possible care is available to everyone — and more people can heal at home. Our relentless research turns into earlier diagnoses and new cures. That's how we inspire hope in those who need it most. At Mayo Clinic, experts work together to solve the most challenging unmet needs of patients. Our history of innovation dates back almost 150 years, when brothers Will and Charlie Mayo pioneered an integrated, team-based approach to medicine. Today, that trailblazing spirit drives innovations like Mayo Clinic Platform — which powers new technologies to change how care is delivered to all.
Industry
Hospitals
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Rochester, MN, US
Year founded
1919