Professor in Particle Beam Therapy

Job title:

Professor in Particle Beam Therapy

Company

University of Manchester

Job description

Applications are invited for the position of Professor in Particle Beam Therapy (PBT). We are searching for an academic with an outstanding record in research and research leadership, who will develop and apply Particle Beam FLASH Therapy of protons electrons and ions, both in underpinning research and translation to the clinic.The successful candidate will be expected to operate an internationally leading programme of Particle Beam Therapy research with focused expertise in developing proton, electron and ion FLASH beam therapy, working closely with the Christie NHS foundation medical Physics and Engineering (CMPE) and within a virtual PBT group spanning the faculty of Science and Engineering and the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. The programme may, for example, include areas such as: leading and delivering a programme of Bragg peak proton flash with experiments with beam at the Christie proton site; and/or exploring new facilities for proton FLASH; working with the broader accelerator group on novel acceleration for protons and ions; and/or performing underpinning research. You are encouraged to bring your own distinctive research programme.The successful candidate will be based on at the Department of Physics and Astronomy and will spend time at the nearby Christie NHS Foundation Trust site. The Christie Foundation is the location of one of the world’s largest radiotherapy departments, it was the first NHS organisation to deliver high-energy proton beam therapy in 2018 and has the UK’s only dedicated proton beam therapy research facility. The successful candidate will be a member of the Accelerator Physics research group in the department of Physics & Astronomy and the Cockcroft Institute for Accelerator Science and Technology and will work with PRECISE group and the Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC).Documents RequiredPlease upload as a single file in your application (File must not exceed 1MB):CVResearch vision, maximum two pagesTeaching statement, maximum two pagesPlease provide the names of three refereesThe Department of Physics and Astronomy is committed to promoting Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Access through contributing to the University’s social responsibility agenda, demonstrating a commitment to its policies, activities and delivery of initiatives including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. The Department has held JUNO Champion status since 2016 for its commitment to achieving gender equality which positively promotes inclusivity for all.What can you expect in return
The University will actively foster a culture of inclusion and diversity and will seek to achieve true equality of opportunity for all members of its community.What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from diverse career paths and backgrounds and from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation and transgender status. Appointment will be made on merit and equal opportunities data completed by applicants will not be accessible by the Recruiting Manager and panel.We support applications from those returning from a career break and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.For further information, please visit http://www.physics.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out moreHybrid working arrangements may be considered.Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:Chris Parkes (Head of Department of Physics & Astronomy)Email:Stewart Boogert (Director, Cockcroft Institute)Email:General enquiries:Email:Technical support:This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Expected salary

Location

Manchester

Job date

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 04:18:50 GMT

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