Leo Cancer Care: Physicist Level I

Position Title: Physicist Level I

Reports to: Physics Manager

FT/PT: FT

Exempt -Non-Exempt: Exempt

Position summary:

This Physicist Level I position provides support to senior imaging scientists, working hands-on with released products and benchtop R&D setups. This role is responsible for executing end-to-end workflows on Leo Cancer Care products, collecting and organizing imaging data, running quantitative post processing image analysis, and assisting with routine system checks and troubleshooting.

You will work closely with physics, engineering, and software teams to help maintain consistent image quality, support product development, and enable efficient and systematic experimental imaging studies.  

Key responsibilities:

• Setup and run x-ray scans on both product and research imaging systems


• Help develop procedures and protocols for scanning image quality phantoms


• Perform basic image review while identifying and documenting potential scan issues


• Collect and analyze imaging data throughout the reconstruction process


• Coordinate with all stakeholders to schedule scanner time and ensure test readiness


• Assist physicists, image scientists, and engineers with debugging by reproducing issues, collecting logs, and performing controlled test scans


• Support safe operation adhering to radiation safety and electrical safety best practices

Relevant Knowledge and Skill requirements:

• B.S in Physics, Medical Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or experience in a hands-on technical lab


• Comfort working with hardware and software in an environment where x-ray images will be readily produced


• Ability to learn new tools quickly and efficiently


• Strong attention to detail and documentation


• Ability to lift and accurately position phantoms during experimental studies

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with medical imaging and clinical workflows


• Familiarity with basic image quality concepts


• Experience with medical images and viewing software (ImageJ, Fiji, DICOM viewers) 


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Creative problem solver with a track record of delivering innovative technical solutions


• Extensive experience creating and reviewing rigorous technical documentation

About Leo Cancer Care 

Leo Cancer Care is helping make changes in Radiation Therapy by shifting to upright patient positioning, imaging and treatment. We do what we do to find a better way, a better way to treat cancer and create a paradigm shift in radiation therapy to benefit all. We will do this by improving the accessibility and medicine in cancer care globally, making cancer treatment a more human experience for all.

Working in radiotherapy not only will you be driving change for the greater good, but you'll be working on products that span a large field of different disciplines. 

Ways of Working

Leo Cancer Care is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. We embrace and celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all individuals. We believe that diversity enriches our organization and strengthens our ability to innovate and excel. Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and join us in our mission to create a respectful and equitable workplace for all.

Leo Cancer Care is an equal opportunity employer.