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OPEN RANK PHYSICIST (MASTER'S DEGREE OR PHD) - NEW GRADS WELCOME - 10036990
Irvine, CACity of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a wholly owned subsidiary, was launched in 2019 and is dedicated to serving employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s exceptional cancer expertise.
A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.
Open Rank Physicist – Radiation Oncology (Orange County) (Exempt) (Onsite) - New Grads Welcome!
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, our cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
City of Hope Medical Center Radiation Oncology is seeking a full-time, Board-Certified Medical Physicist at our beautiful, state-of-the-art campus in Orange County: the Lennar Foundation Cancer Center. City of Hope is a private, non-profit clinical research center, hospital, and graduate school providing high-quality cancer care across four (4) states. Receiving its NCI designation in 1981, City of Hope is committed to providing comprehensive cancer care and maintaining its status as a leading national cancer center.
Here, at the Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center, we are equipped with cutting-edge technologies including: TrueBeam 3.0, Ethos, MRIdian MRI-Linac, and Elekta HDR Flexitron. Additionally, we feature advanced simulation and motion management capabilities including a Siemens Go-Open Pro CT Simulation Scanner, alongside Identify and RGSC for breath-hold and gating treatment options.
City of Hope provides ample support and opportunity for our physicists to develop both a clinical and research career. Our growing, highly collaborative Orange County department features a dedicated team of clinical professionals, including Radiation Oncology Physicians, Dosimetrists, Radiation Therapists, Nurses, Physicians Assistants, and back office staff (Billers, Assistants, Schedulers).
Our cancer center offers a rapidly growing HDR Program utilizing HDR Cylinder, HDR T&R, HDR Prostate Interstitial, and HDR GYN Interstitial templates. We also offer SRS, SBRT, and Adaptive Radiation Treatment right here at our campus. Additional academic responsibilities may include research and teaching activities based on the candidate’s interests and accomplishments.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead advanced radiation treatment planning including dose calculations, plan optimization, and rigorous quality assurance to ensure safe, effective, and patient-specific therapies.
- Collaborate seamlessly with a multidisciplinary team—radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, therapists, and other clinical staff—demonstrating exceptional communication skills to ensure clear documentation, coordinated workflows, and superior patient care.
- Leverage state-of-the-art technology to design, implement, and optimize precise cancer treatment solutions, maintaining the highest standards of safety and clinical effectiveness.
Your qualifications may include:
Master's degree or PhD in medical physics or closely related field
ABR or ACAMP certification (or eligibility, with certification within 3 years of hire)
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills—you’ll thrive in a collaborative, patient-focused environment, working closely with colleagues to ensure every patient receives the best care possible
Note: For candidates with >5 years of experience AND ABR or ACMP certification, we may consider applicants for a Senior Physicist role; the pay range is: $237,577/yr - $308,651/yr - $380,140/yr (or $114.22/hr - $148.39/hr - $182.76/hr)
Note: For candidates with <5 years of experience, we may consider applicants for a Physicist role; the pay range is: $196,352/yr - $255,257/yr - $314,163/yr (or $94.40/hr - $122.72/hr - $151.04/hr)
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.