Deputy Director, Medical Physics Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre
Post date : 3 June 2026
Category : Job Advertisement
Salary : $216,380 - $242,964 per annum
Job Description
An exciting leadership opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Medical Physicist to join the Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre (MCTC) as 'Deputy Director (MCTC), Medical Physics'. This senior position offers the chance to contribute to a progressive, technology-driven radiation oncology service, strongly integrated across clinical practice, research, and innovation. Reporting to the Director of Medical Physics, the role leads the day-to-day operations of the physics team at MCTC while contributing strategically across SWSLHD Cancer Services, which operate under shared protocols, policies and procedures, and common Oncology Information and Treatment Planning systems. The position also plays a key role in multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions, commissioning initiatives, and ongoing service development.
About the Department
The SWSLHD Medical Physics team includes:
- 18 Medical Physics Specialists across two sites (including research and imaging roles)
- 3 physics registrars
- Operations across two radiotherapy centres (Campbelltown and Liverpool)
We maintain strong links with the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research and affiliated universities, supporting active clinical research and translational innovation. Conjoint appointments with one of the universities may be available through Ingham.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily clinical physics operations at MCTC
- Provide clinical leadership across advanced radiotherapy techniques
- Support service development, quality improvement, and innovation
- Contribute to multidisciplinary clinical programs
- Mentor and develop physics staff and registrars
- Engage in research and translational projects
Clinical & Technical Environment
The service delivers a full range of modern radiotherapy techniques, including:
- VMAT and SBRT programs (well established and expanding)
- Integration within multidisciplinary treatment site groups
- Adoption of emerging technologies and adaptive workflows
Research & Innovation Opportunities
Strong opportunities exist to collaborate with the Ingham Medical Physics group in areas including:
- MRI in radiotherapy, including MRI-Linac development
- Data-driven oncology (machine learning, federated learning, image analysis)
- Advanced clinical techniques such as adaptive radiotherapy, MRI-only workflows, and motion management
Equipment at Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre (Campbelltown Hospital)
- Currently 3 Elekta Versa HD Linacs (Two being replaced over 2026/27, planned for Varian Truebeams)
- 2 with 6DOF Hexapod couch
- 1 with BrainLab ExacTrac Dynamic
- X-Strahl orthovoltage unit
- Philips Brilliance Big Bore CT (planned for replacement in September)
- RayStation Treatment Planning System
- Comprehensive dosimetry and QA systems
Applications
Applications via Online Career Portal. Position reference REQ661861.
Applications close: 21/6/2026
Job Requirement
- To be appointed at a level of Senior Medical Physics Specialist the applicant must have at least the level of experience meeting the requirements specified in the Award for progression to this grade.
- A postgraduate degree and Bachelors degrees in physics, medical physics or equivalent discipline from a tertiary institution in Australia or equivalent from overseas.
- Certification in Radiation Oncology Medical Physics or Radiotherapy Equipment Commissioning and Quality Assurance from the Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM), or placement on the ACPSEM Radiation Oncology Register. International candidates eligible for registration by the ACPSEM may also apply.
- Maintain a current NSW Environment Protection Authority Radiation User Licence for Medical Physics (types IA29 & S29).
- Demonstrated effective leadership skills and management experience.
- Extensive experience in radiation oncology physics and a demonstrated ability to achieve high standards of professional practice, along with evidence of a track record in commissioning radiotherapy equipment and/or implementation of new technologies.
- Evidence of initiative and ability to prioritise amongst competing service requirements, and willing to work flexible work hours (early or late) at times, as required.
- Evidence of oral and written communication skills and ability to work effectively both in a multi-disciplinary team as well as independently.
Company Details
** For those interested and qualified candidates, please contact the contact person directly.
South Western Sydney Local Health District
Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre
Campbelltown Hospital
Campbelltown
NSW
Contact Person : Gary Goozee
Contact Number : 02 8738 9410
Contact Email : gary.goozee@health.nsw.gov.au
Company Website : https://healthnswgov.referrals.selectminds.com/swslhd/jobs/deputy-director-snr-medical-physics-specialist-mctc-perm-ft-338726
