Job Description
As a cornerstone of Cedars-Sinai Cancer, the Department of Radiation Oncology is a hub of clinical innovation and compassionate care in the heart of Los Angeles. The department is recruiting a Radiation Oncology Physicist for a faculty position at the main campus. This position presents an exciting opportunity to join the growing and dynamic Radiation Oncology Physics group in the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
Cedars-Sinai is a nationally recognized leader in comprehensive clinical cancer care, research, and post-graduate resident medical education programs with Radiation Oncology and Medical Physics residency programs. The overall department (main campus and affiliates) currently includes six linear accelerators, SBRT, SRS, and IGRT; two Bravos HDR afterloaders; 4D CT-simulators, and real-time motion management systems; with ARIA/Eclipse treatment planning on an integrated database. Additionally, the main campus is undergoing a major construction project to add an additional state-of-the-art linear accelerator, a dual energy CT simulator, and a 3T MRI simulator. Over 3,000 new patients are treated each year at Cedars-Sinai Radiation Oncology.
Successful applicants must have an interest in contributing to the department’s growing academic and research efforts as well as its high-quality clinical program and Medical Physics and Radiation Oncology Residency programs. This is an opportunity to join a sizeable team of physicists whose responsibilities include: education for residents and students, clinical radiation oncology physics and quality assurance, participation in expanding academic and translational research efforts including novel clinical trials and implementation of advanced clinical treatment techniques. The physics group provides extensive opportunities for peer review, AAPM continuing education, interdisciplinary lectures, and direct collegial support.
Cedars-Sinai physicians and scientists are leaders in basic and clinical research, bringing advancements in medicine directly from the laboratory to the bedside. Opportunities for faculty to collaborate with productive full-time researchers present a unique opportunity for the academically motivated physician. We are committed to expanding and strengthening our regional, national, and international reputation for delivering high value services at all sites of care. This mission has been furthered by the establishment of Cedars-Sinai Health System (CSHS), an expansive regional healthcare system. The system includes three of the finest hospitals in Southern California beyond the flagship Cedars-Sinai Medical Center totaling more than 2,300 beds with revenues exceeding $7 billion annually. CSHS also has more than 50 outpatient locations spanning the entire Los Angeles region and population of over 18 million.
About Cedars-Sinai Cancer
At Cedars-Sinai Cancer, we offer state-of-the-art treatments, experimental therapies, next-generation research and cutting-edge clinical trials for over 60 types of cancer at more than 10 locations throughout Greater Los Angeles. Patients turn to us because they know our progress is their progress, and our strides forward are their success.
Our rapidly expanding, vertically integrated health system is a central destination for the integration of revolutionary advances into daily clinical practice. We see over 7,600 new cancer cases each year, creating customized, coordinated care plans that fit each patient’s unique needs.
About Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai is a world-renowned medical center, named to the Honor Roll for the 10th consecutive year in U.S. News & World Report’s"Best Hospitals 2025-26" rankings. We are a national leader in providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare that encompasses primary care as well as specialized medicine and conducting research that leads to lifesaving discoveries and innovations. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching, and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve.
Our compensation philosophy:
We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The base pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.
Pay Range: $226,595 – $325,354
Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and CV addressed to: Indrin J. Chetty, PhD, Vice Chair, Physics and Director, Division of Medical Physics, Department of Radiation Oncology
Qualifications
- PhD or MS in Medical Physics, Physics, Engineering or related field
- Certification by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) in Therapeutic Radiological Physics or the Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (CCPM) in Radiation Oncology Physics
- Clinical training and experience in a variety of radiation oncology techniques
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Research background and experience will be beneficial
- Eligibility for appointment to the appropriate academic rank in the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Professorial Series
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve. Quality Care and Research—For All, By All (opens in new window).
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu) and COVID-19. For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines such as COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy. Cedars-Sinai’s AA Policy Statement (PDF) (opens in new window)