Download Medical Physics Residents BCCA 2017

Two MEDICAL PHYSICS RESIDENCY Positions Available
BC Cancer Agency – Surrey and Abbotsford, BC
The BC Cancer Agency (BCCA) is currently inviting applications for two Medical Physics
Residency positions in the CAMPEP accredited BCCA Medical Physics Residency Program. The
program is a two year clinical training program covering all aspects of radiation oncology physics
including dosimetry, quality assurance, external beam treatment planning, brachytherapy and
radiation safety.
The BCCA is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing the mortality from cancer,
and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer. It provides a comprehensive cancer
control program for the people of British Columbia by working with community partners to
deliver a range of cancer services, including prevention, early detection, diagnosis and
treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation and palliative care. It operates
six regional cancer centres in the Fraser Valley, Kelowna, Vancouver, Vancouver Island,
Abbotsford and Prince George. The BC Cancer Research Centre conducts research into the
causes and cures for cancer.
One Medical Physics Residency position is available at the Fraser Valley Centre (Surrey) and one
at the Abbotsford Centre (Abbotsford). Both positions commence July 4, 2017. Candidates
should indicate for which position(s) they are applying. A Master of Science in Medical Physics
or a Doctoral degree (preferred) in Medical Physics or a related subject is required; graduation
from a CAMPEP accredited graduate program (or certificate program) is preferred. There is an
expectation to adhere to the professional code of ethics developed by the Canadian College of
Physicists in Medicine (CCPM) and highly developed team work and interpersonal skills are
required. In accordance with Canadian Employment and Immigration requirements, preference
will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada; however, all qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply. Note that recruitment for both positions will take place
through the 2017 MedPhys Match program. All applicants much be registered with MedPhys
Match (www.natmatch.com/medphys/) for consideration.
The application deadline is Jan 31st, 2017. Qualified applicants should submit a
statement of interest, a CV and a copy of official university graduate transcripts. Two
references letters must also be submitted directly from referees. Apply by e-mail to:
Michelle Hilts, PhD FCCPM
Director, BCCA Medical Physics Residency Program
[email protected]
For further information, visit: http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/careers/train-with-us/medical-physics/
2017 MEDPHYS MATCH
Recruitment will take place through the 2017 MedPhys Match program. All applicants must
be registered with MedPhys Match for consideration: www.natmatch.com/medphys/
Position codes: 17511 – Surrey
17512 – Abbotsford
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