Posted on Thu, 03/20/2025 - 22:13

Important Info

Faculty Sponsor (Last, First Name): 
Dirbas, Frederick MD
Other Mentor(s) if Applicable: 
Billy Loo, MD, PhD, Ted Graves, PhD
Stanford Departments and Centers: 
Surg: General Surgery
Postdoc Appointment Term: 
One year plus option for extension.
Appointment Start Date: 
April 1, 2025
How to Submit Application Materials: 

dirbas@stanford.edu, ksochan@stanford.edu

Does this position pay above the required minimum?: 
No. The expected base pay for this position is the Stanford University required minimum for all postdoctoral scholars appointed through the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. The FY25 minimum is $73,800.

We are seeking a motivated and highly qualified Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team in advancing preclinical research in ultra-high dose rate radiotherapy (FLASH RT). This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research using electron beam FLASH RT in small animal models, with a strategic trajectory toward integrating proton-based FLASH capabilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery, optimization, and evaluation of FLASH RT, working closely with a multidisciplinary team including physicists, radiation oncologists, biologists, and engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver and optimize ultra-high dose rate (FLASH) radiotherapy to small animals using electron beams.
  • Assist in commissioning and implementation of proton-based FLASH RT systems for preclinical use.
  • Design, execute, and analyze in vivo and in vitro experiments evaluating radiobiological responses to FLASH RT.
  • Maintain and operate irradiation platforms, dosimetry systems, and imaging equipment.
  • Collaborate with internal and external investigators to develop new experimental protocols.
  • Provide hands-on technical/operational support for preclinical FLASH irradiation experiments of multiple users in collaborating laboratories
  • Contribute to data analysis, manuscript preparation, and conference presentations.
  • Ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines for animal research and radiation safety.
Required Qualifications: 
  • PhD in radiation physics
  • Familiarity and experience collaborating with colleagues in a preclinical setting
  • Strong organizational skills, ability and willingness to collaborate with multiple teams
Required Application Materials: 
  • Letter of interest
  • CV
  • References

 

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.