Assistant/Associate Professor – Radiation Therapy

University of Alberta

Competition 2171

Department

Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry – Oncology Dept

Salary range

Hours per week

Grade

Closing date

May 14, 2025

Position Type

Full Time – Operating Funded

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

The successful candidate will be offered a tenure-track appointment with the rank of Assistant or Associate professor, which is in accordance with the https://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/media-library/my-employment/agreements/schedule-a-academic-faculty-members-2020-2024.pdf, and offers a comprehensivehttps://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/benefits-and-pay/benefits-and-pension/benefits-overview/index.html

Work Arrangement

This role is in-person work at North Campus, Edmonton, and Cancer Care Alberta Radiation Therapy Sites.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Metis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. https://www.careers.ualberta.ca/.

Working for the Department of Oncology

The Department of Oncology’s commitment to excellence in clinical care, innovative research, and comprehensive training is at the heart of everything we do. With a distinguished history and over one hundred expert faculty members, we proudly collaborate with the Cross Cancer Institute, Katz Group Centre, and the Medical Isotope and Cyclotron Facility. Our mission is not only to provide excellent patient care but also to be at the forefront of advancements in medical oncology. By researching the molecular intricacies of cancer and harnessing these insights in our groundbreaking clinical trials, we strive to transform personalized cancer care. We are committed to developing effective and innovative cancer treatments, to profoundly impact the lives of our patients.

The Department of Oncology hosts the Radiation Therapy (RADTH) program which includes the Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy (BScRT) education offering, preparing graduates to make a positive impact on the lives of cancer patients through the delivery of radiation treatment, patient care, and research. The University of Alberta’s Radiation Therapy program is Alberta’s only program to educate radiation therapists. Fully accredited with a focus on ‘Student-Centred Learning for Patient-Centred Care’, the program’s vision is to “Advance the profession of Radiation Therapy through internationally recognized patient-centred education, scholarship, and community engagement.”

Position Summary

For the sustainability and advancement of the BScRT program and the radiation therapy profession, the Department of Oncology is seeking a radiation therapist for a full-time tenure track position, with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, which is in accordance with the University of Alberta Faculty Agreement and offers a comprehensive benefits package. This position consists of an academic and clinical focus. It comprises approximately 80% time for academic pursuits, divided between research, teaching and administrative duties and 20% time for clinical pursuits across the provincial Cancer Care Alberta (CCA) portfolio. This tenure-track position will be the bridge between clinical practice and the academic arena, providing academic and clinical expertise in both areas. The successful candidate will foster a high-quality inter-professional and collaborative environment of teaching and learning, research and scholarly achievement.

The successful candidate will contribute significant expertise to the provincial academic and clinical radiation therapy environment which is moving forward with image-guided and precision radiation medicine initiatives, including, but not limited to, the integration of magnetic resonance-guided and adaptive radiation treatment planning and delivery. This role will participate in clinical development, research, and curriculum expansion in these areas.

This position will be instrumental in teaching the underpinnings of research and lead the research portfolio within the current undergraduate BScRT program and future graduate program. It will also lead and contribute to research in the CCA clinical radiation therapy environment. The recent Cancer Care Alberta 5-year Strategic Road map indicates the need to “accelerate the rate of question to intervention, intervention to learning, and learning to practice”. This position will be instrumental in contributing to such a strategic direction in the radiation therapy realm.

Additionally, the successful candidate will inform and collaborate on the planning, development and evaluation of the provincial CCA advanced-practice radiation therapy strategy and will include the development of graduate-level educational offerings.

Duties

• Lead the Radiation Therapy program’s research portfolio, including supervision of undergraduate and graduate student research
• Apply for and hold grant funding
• Inform and contribute to academic clinical radiation therapy practice in Alberta
• Contribute to research for image-guided and adaptive precision radiation therapy medicine
• Lead precision and emerging radiation therapy medicine curriculum development
• Develop graduate and post-graduate education offerings that include, but are not limited to, supporting advanced practice radiation therapy strategies
• Advises the Director, RADTH Program; the Chair, Department of Oncology; CCA leaders, and others on any opportunities/issues relevant to the radiation therapy profession

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD/Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline
• Minimum 3 years demonstrated supervisory experience
• Proven track record in independent or collaborative research
• Experience and interest in image-guided and adaptive precision radiation therapy medicine
• Experience in program and curriculum development
• Demonstrated success in building collaborative inter-professional relationships internally, externally, nationally and internationally
• Demonstration of exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be eligible for full-practice licensure with the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic & Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT) and hold membership with CAMRT and CAMRT-AB
• Maintenance of CPR Healthcare provider certification and N-95 Mask Fit testing
• Graduate from an accredited radiation therapy education program

The following are considered an asset

• 10+ years of progressive radiation therapy experience
• Experience in advanced practice radiation therapy certification and role development

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At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l’université à postuler.

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