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Clinical Diagnostic Physicist - Academic Clinician - Junior Rank

Assistant Professor (Junior Rank, Non-Tenure Academic Clinician Track)

October 22, 2026

Location

Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Type

Non-Tenure Academic Clinician

Teaching Load

Imaging physics lectures and hands-on training for radiology/medical physics residents and graduate students

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or equivalent degree
ABR certified or board-eligible in Diagnostic Physics
MQSA qualified
Expertise in diagnostic medical physics

Research Areas

Diagnostic Medical Physics
Imaging Modalities (CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy, Radiography, Mammography, Ultrasound)
Medical Physics Standards and Compliance
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Clinical Diagnostic Physicist - Academic Clinician - Junior Rank

Description

The Department of Radiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Expertise is required in the specific area of diagnostic medical physics. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Applicants must be American Board of Radiology (ABR) certified or board-eligible in Diagnostic Physics, MQSA.

Teaching responsibilities may include providing imaging physics lectures to radiology residents, medical physics residents and Medical Physics graduate students, and providing hands-on/laboratory training to medical physics residents and graduate students.

Clinical responsibilities may include acceptance and compliance testing of the following modalities: computer tomography, MRI, fluoroscopy, radio graphic, mammography, ultrasound; shielding design and certification; dose alert investigations; staff dosimetry investigations; helping to ensure local, state, and federal regulatory compliance, and compliance with the Joint Commissions and peer-reviewed programs.

Medical physics support of multi-center clinical trials, investigation and support of novel imaging system, and adapting local and national standards of medical physics for use within Penn Radiology.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Assistant Professor in Diagnostic Medical Physics?

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree with expertise in diagnostic medical physics. Must be American Board of Radiology (ABR) certified or board-eligible in Diagnostic Physics and MQSA qualified. Review faculty positions for similar roles or academic CV tips.

📖What teaching responsibilities does this Clinical Diagnostic Physicist role involve?

Responsibilities include delivering imaging physics lectures to radiology residents, medical physics residents, and Medical Physics graduate students, plus hands-on/laboratory training. Explore lecturer career advice or lecturer jobs.

🔬What are the main clinical duties for this position at University of Pennsylvania?

Acceptance and compliance testing for modalities like CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, radiography, mammography, ultrasound; shielding design/certification; dose alert/staff dosimetry investigations; ensuring regulatory compliance (local/state/federal/Joint Commission). Support for multi-center clinical trials and novel imaging systems. See clinical research jobs.

Is ABR certification mandatory for this Diagnostic Physics role?

Applicants must be ABR certified or board-eligible in Diagnostic Physics, plus MQSA. Certification ensures compliance in diagnostic imaging physics. Check research jobs for physics-related opportunities or postdoc advice.

📅What is the application process and deadline for this University of Pennsylvania job?

Apply by the expiration date of October 22, 2026. University seeks diverse candidates embracing inclusivity. Prepare materials highlighting Ph.D., ABR/MQSA credentials, and physics expertise. Visit faculty jobs or free resume template for guidance.

🧪Does this role involve research or support for clinical trials?

Yes, includes medical physics support for multi-center clinical trials, investigating novel imaging systems, and adapting medical physics standards for Penn Radiology. Ideal for those in radiology physics. Related: research assistant jobs.
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