Medical Physics Assistant

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Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Researcher I Job Summary:

The Radiation Oncology Physics Section at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Human Oncology, is seeking a Medical Physics Assistant (MPA) to engage in radiation oncology physics activities. The Radiation Oncology Physics section currently employs 24 physicists, 6 medical physics residents, and 2 MPAs across the enterprise. The successful candidate will assist with quality assurance measurements on external beam treatment delivery systems, CT and MR imaging systems, and brachytherapy equipment.

They will develop automated reports and dashboards to aggregate quality assurance results and assist with the integration of computational tools into clinical and research workflows. They will assist data curation and management to support clinical research and trials activities.

The MPA shall function as an extender to the medical physics group within the Department, with supervision requirements and a scope of work aligned with guidelines established by the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) Medical Physics Practice Guidelines Report 10a and AAPM Policy AP-131-A. Medical physics tasks performed by the MPA shall be reviewed and co-signed by a Qualified Medical Physicist.

The primary location for MPA activities will occur at the UW Health University Hospital location. The UW Health University campus currently includes a Viewray MRidian Linac with daily online adaptive radiation therapy, three Varian True Beams (one STx), an Accu Ray Tomotherapy HDA, and two Elekta Flexitron Remote Afterloaders. We offer a broad range of special procedures, including SRS/SBRT, TBI, TSE, and brachytherapy for a wide range of treatment sites (e.g. GYN, breast, prostate) with MRI-guided planning and Body Tom CT for image verification.

Advanced simulation capabilities are routinely integrated into clinical practice including Siemens dual-energy computed tomography and 1.5 T GE MR-simulator units. Automated planning/scripting is employed via robust use of Ray Station coupled with MIM.

Additional support activities may be expected at UW Health Eastpark Medical Center location, which is part of our dual-hub model located on Madison’s east side. The 469,000 square foot state‑of‑the‑art facility opened in October, 2024, initially offering photon treatments with two Varian True Beams, a Varian Edge, and an Elekta Flexitron Remote Afterloader coupled with Siemens multi‑energy CT on rails, as well as dedicated CT and MR simulators.

While beyond the scope of the present job description, proton therapy via a Hitachi gantry room and fixed beam room with first‑of‑kind upright patient positioning system will be offered at the Eastpark location later in 2026.

• Conduct literature reviews, prepare reports and materials, and disseminate information to appropriate entities and assist with publications
• Assist with the development of research methodologies and procedures
• Collect and analyze basic research data, conduct experiments and interviews, and document results according to established policies and procedures
• Assist in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• Train individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area
• Identify concerns and recommend solutions to leadership

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Human Oncology

The Department of Human Oncology (DHO) at the University of Wisconsin is dedicated to advancing the field of radiation oncology through excellence in education, research, and patient care. We are committed to training the next generation of leaders—including radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and radiation therapy professionals—while conducting innovative research that drives progress in cancer treatment. Our team is equally devoted to delivering…