The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2200 people.

As part of the ongoing modernization of our clinical Medical Physics service we are looking for a

Medical Physicist

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Your tasks

  • Support of our continuously evolving clinical program, trouble shooting, quality assurance of the treatment facilities and data analysis
  • Promoting the efficiency of the clinical processes with creativity and competence
  • Transfer of new features and technologies from clinical research into practice
  • Participation in medical physics development projects and working groups
  • Presentation of results of investigations in form of publications, reports, oral presentations in symposium and conference

Your profile

You have a Master degree MSc in Physics / Medical Physics. In addition, SGSMP (Swiss Society of Radiobiology and Medical Physics) specialization or successful completion of Master of Advanced Studies certification in Medical Physics would be advantageous, as well as good and demonstrable software and IT skills.

You are motivated to work in a multidisciplinary clinical environment based on both clinical and innovative R&D programs. You will also contribute with a positive spirit and open communication skills. Furthermore, you should be prepared to work in a team with flexible working hours and have a good knowledge of English and German. Experience in proton therapy is an asset but not essential.

We offer

Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.

For further information, please contact Dr Arturs Meijers, phone +41 56 310 43 51.

Please submit your application online by 15 August 2024 for the position as a Medical Physicist (index no. 1716-01).

Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Adina Keller, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland