What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiotherapy Research Scientist position at United Imaging - North America?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Who we are?
United Imaging is a leading global medical device developer and supplier with a diversified portfolio of advanced medical products, digital healthcare solutions, and intelligent solutions that cover the entire spectrum of imaging diagnosis and treatment. From our North American HQ in Houston, we are passionate about expanding our research and development teams, embracing the highest quality and craftsmanship in each of our medical imaging products, and dedicated to building an outstanding organization.
Join our innovative team with the mission of developing and supplying advanced technologies and improving patient care worldwide. As part of our global team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.
Company Page: http://www.united-imaging.com/en/home/
Benefits
When joining our team, we offer the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, company paid basic life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, sick leave, and (11) paid holidays. Compensation decisions are based upon the candidate’s level of skills, qualifications, geographical location and experience, which is generally competitive. Additionally, the position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation (such as cash bonus(es).
Duties & Responsibilities
As a Radiotherapy R&D Scientist, major responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Magnetic Environment Exposure:
This position requires working in an environment where strong magnetic fields may be present. Employees may be exposed to powerful magnets, electromagnetic equipment, or other devices that generate magnetic fields.
Risk To Ferrous Metals In The Body
Due to the nature of the magnetic environment, employees must not wear or carry ferrous metals on their person while in the designated work area. This includes, but is not limited to, metal objects such as steel, iron, and other ferrous materials. Additionally, employees with implants, medical devices, or foreign objects containing ferrous metals within their body (e.g., certain surgical implants, pacemakers, or metal pins) may be at risk and must disclose any such conditions to their supervisor prior to starting work.
Full-time
Description
Who we are?
United Imaging is a leading global medical device developer and supplier with a diversified portfolio of advanced medical products, digital healthcare solutions, and intelligent solutions that cover the entire spectrum of imaging diagnosis and treatment. From our North American HQ in Houston, we are passionate about expanding our research and development teams, embracing the highest quality and craftsmanship in each of our medical imaging products, and dedicated to building an outstanding organization.
Join our innovative team with the mission of developing and supplying advanced technologies and improving patient care worldwide. As part of our global team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.
Company Page: http://www.united-imaging.com/en/home/
Benefits
When joining our team, we offer the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, company paid basic life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, sick leave, and (11) paid holidays. Compensation decisions are based upon the candidate’s level of skills, qualifications, geographical location and experience, which is generally competitive. Additionally, the position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation (such as cash bonus(es).
Duties & Responsibilities
As a Radiotherapy R&D Scientist, major responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Participation in research activities intended to improve performance and capabilities of Radiotherapy-based products, including but not limited to CT-LINAC,MR-LINAC etc.
- Maintaining clinical and technical expertise by collaborating with internal leadership, development teams and research partners for development, evaluation and testing on prototypes and new products, tracking milestones and deliverables of research projects.
- Tracking latest technology and research activities of competitors, offering constructive R&D suggestions and plans
- Keeping customers & collaboration partners informed about United Imaging’s state-of-the-art technologies.
- PhD in Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or related fields.
- 2 – 5 years of experience (clinical or industry) in radiotherapy is required. Research experience in IGRT, CT-LINAC,MR-LINAC,artificial intelligence, adaptive radiotherapy, automated treatment planning with a proven record of scientific publications is preferred.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills with strong self-motivation
- Desire to learn, ask questions and be resourceful to identify innovative applications and creative solutions to complex problems.
- Willing and able to travel up to 25%, including short term international trips.
Magnetic Environment Exposure:
This position requires working in an environment where strong magnetic fields may be present. Employees may be exposed to powerful magnets, electromagnetic equipment, or other devices that generate magnetic fields.
Risk To Ferrous Metals In The Body
Due to the nature of the magnetic environment, employees must not wear or carry ferrous metals on their person while in the designated work area. This includes, but is not limited to, metal objects such as steel, iron, and other ferrous materials. Additionally, employees with implants, medical devices, or foreign objects containing ferrous metals within their body (e.g., certain surgical implants, pacemakers, or metal pins) may be at risk and must disclose any such conditions to their supervisor prior to starting work.
