University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Instructor - Medical Physics & Engineering [Req#: 950657, Position#: 92243]

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in physics, engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or a related discipline.
  • Strong programming skills with a focus on scientific programming.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing software tools for research or clinical settings.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Proven initiative, problem-solving ability, and teamwork commitment.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to developing software tools that translate research into clinical practice.
  • Collaborate closely with clinical medical physicists and researchers.
  • Engage in the design and development of innovative computational applications.
  • Participate in ongoing research projects related to artificial intelligence and medical physics.
  • Enhance open-source software contributions through platforms like GitHub.

Benefits

  • Access to comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
  • Flexible work schedule options for better work-life balance.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on clinical innovation.
Full Job Description
Description

An Instructor position is available immediately in the Division of Medical Physics and Engineering within the Department of Radiation Oncology at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. This position is ideal for an individual interested in pursuing a career in computational medical physics, medical engineering, and clinical software development.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics, engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or a related discipline. Strong programming skills are essential. The ideal candidate will have a passion for scientific programming and demonstrated experience developing software tools for research or clinical applications. Excellent written and oral communication skills are also required, along with initiative, problem-solving ability, and a strong commitment to teamwork.

This position is part of an ongoing effort to translate our extensive research in artificial intelligence and other computational fields into clinical practice. Contributions to open-source software through platforms such as GitHub, Stack Overflow, and CodeProject are highly desirable.

Experience with web-based application frameworks, database management, and programming languages such as Python, C++/C#, JavaScript, and Go is preferred. Knowledge of Django, Docker, and Kubernetes is a strong plus.

The candidate is expected to work closely with clinical medical physicists and researchers in Medical Artificial Intelligence and Automation Lab (http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/labs/maia).

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

About University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern) is a public academic health science center in Dallas, Texas. With approximately 14,400 employees and an operating budget of nearly $2.8 billion, UT Southwestern is one of six medical schools in the UT System. UT Southwestern is one of the leading medical research institutions in the world, with a focus on biomedical research, clinical care, and education. The institution is home to six Nobel laureates, 22 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 19 members of the National Academy of Medicine. UT Southwestern is also affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital, one of the largest public hospitals in the United States.
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