The University of Massachusetts Lowell, Department of Physics and Applied Physics invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank in the area of Radiological Sciences. Educational responsibilities will include developing and teaching graduate and advanced undergraduate courses along with supervising MS and PhD students. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program complementary to existing research areas in Health Physics and Medical Physics. The compensation and start-up package will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The Radiological Science Program in the Department of Physics and Applied Physics is currently supported by 14 faculty located at the UMass Lowell campus and partner institutions, including top-tier hospitals and medical schools in the Boston area. The academic programs consist of Health Physics, which is accredited by ABET, and Medical Physics, which is currently undergoing CAMPEP accreditation. The University of Massachusetts Lowell offers an extensive array of research opportunities, including collaboration with our partner institutions in Boston. The UML Radiation Laboratory is host of a 1 MW research reactor, a 5.5 MeV Van de Graaff proton and light ion accelerator with proton imaging and microprobe capabilities, and numerous irradiation facilities for gamma, x-ray, and neutron radiography and radiobiology studies both in-vitro and in-vivo. Current research areas include diagnostic medical imaging, computational medical physics, internal dosimetry, radiation biology, radiation detector development, and radiochemistry.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
-Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics, radiological sciences, health physics, medical physics, or a closely related field. (Must have Ph.D./degree at the time of application)
-The ability to work effectively with diverse groups
Other Considerations:
-Demonstrated excellence in teaching, research, and other scholarly activities in Radiological Science and related areas at the level appropriate with the academic rank.
-Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Publications documenting research activity in scholarly journals.
-Ability and commitment to work with diverse student and faculty population.
-Postdoctoral research experience, board certification and or license are desirable.
Required Applicant Documents: (online submission only)
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
Research Statement
Names and contact information of three references
Publication List
Optional Applicant Documents: (online submission only)
Sample of Scholarly Work/Publication
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled - Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received.
Anticipated Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with experience
Apply online only at: https://jobs.uml.edu [4]