Job Description

Radiation Oncologist – Pediatric and Adult Patients

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 2300 people.

The Center for Proton Therapy (CPT) at PSI is a pioneer in the field of proton therapy. It conducts technological and clinical research with the aim of continuously advancing proton beam therapy and expanding its range of clinical applications. In addition to its research activities, the Center for Proton Therapy provides a clinical treatment program for patients with indications, which are recognized by the Swiss healthcare system. The center collaborates closely with relevant institutes and centers at universities and cantonal hospitals throughout Switzerland.

For the Center for Proton Therapy we are looking for a

Your tasks

• Medical assessment and clinical care of pediatric and adult patients, including treatment planning and delivery of proton therapy
• Close collaboration with the anesthesia team at the University Children’s Hospital Zurich
• Initiation and participation in clinical studies, with a particular focus on pediatric indications
• Evaluation of treatment outcomes and publication of results in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Presentation of clinical findings at national and international conferences
• Active contribution to and representation of the Center for Proton Therapy within national and international professional networks

Your profile

• Specialist qualification in radiation oncology with solid clinical experience (a board certification is required)
• Experience in pediatric oncology is an advantage but not a prerequisite
• Strong interest in patient-centered clinical care, clinical research, medical physics and the further development of proton therapy
• A high level of initiative and innovation, a strong sense of responsibility, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when working with children and their families
• Motivation to further specialize in pediatric radiation oncology and to build a strong national and international clinical network
• Interest in working in a multidisciplinary and multinational environment
• Demonstrated scientific interest and experience in publishing research findings
• Very good command of English; good command of German is an advantage

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 this position, we offer permanent employment, preferably at a 100% workload, with regular working hours during standard operating hours and the possibility of working from home for up to 20% of the workload. We place great importance on national and international professional exchange and actively support continuing education in pediatric radiation oncology as well as participation in conferences in Switzerland and abroad.

For further information, please contact Dario Veghini, phone +41 56 310 44 91.

We look forward to receiving your online application for the position as Radiation Oncologist – Paediatric and Adult Patients (Index-Nr. 1711-27283).

Paul Scherrer Institute, People & Culture, Mikela Szolansky, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland

www.psi.ch