Calibration Engineer

The Calibration Engineer will work in a large radiation calibration laboratory within the UW School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medical Physics. The duties of the position are largely technical in nature. The candidate will conceptualize, design, test, and maintain and improve research and clinical ionizing radiation metrology instrumentation to promote and enhance medical metrology research. To support the research program, the position must work with lab faculty and graduate students. Currently, there are two faculty members, 12 staff, and 14 graduate students. The position will be a blend of research project development and routine calibrations.

• Designs, implements, and executes research plans for improving clinical ionizing radiation metrology instrumentation

• Facilitates cooperative research group(s) to improve current and develop new highly sensitive ionizing radiation measurement instrumentation

• Contributes to the development of radiation dosimetry research through presentations for internal and external audiences

• Consults with department personnel on proper protocol for maintaining laboratory compliance with accrediting organizations

• Provides instruction and technical support on newly developed and existing measurement instrumentation in various environments

• Attends conferences and trade shows, and participates in training, classes, seminars, and
  online tutorials to increase knowledge base of the UW-MRRC and provide technical innovation that reflects best use of current industry capabilities

• Performs radiation dosimetry equipment calibrations

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medical Physics, Calibration Laboratory

Medical physics was established as a specialty focus within the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, creating the first and only basic science Department of Medical Physics of its kind in the country. Faculty within the department have a scholarly focus on discoveries and inventions in imaging and therapy systems, that lead to scientific translation into clinical trials or to industrial translation to create products through collaboration or via new venture entrepreneurship. Medical physics is led by 30 core faculty with 45 affiliate and 14 emeritus faculty members, with many having joint appointments in clinical departments such as Radiology and Human (Radiation) Oncology.

The starting salary for the position is $72,000.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.

• 1 year of experience in ionizing radiation physics

• Capable of working in an accredited calibration laboratory environment

• Familiarity with ionizing radiation research with a strong emphasis in radiation measurements

• Knowledge of photon and electron radiation physics

Bachelor's degree preferred.

To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be prompted to upload the following documents.

• Cover Letter

• Resume

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Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

Gabby Fisk, HR Business Partner, gfisk@wisc.edu

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