Summary
Western University is inviting applications for one full-time probationary tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computational Medical Physics. The appointment is based in the Department of Medical Biophysics, with an additional appointment in the Department of Oncology, within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
Designation
Assistant Professor – Computational Medical Physics
Full-time probationary tenure-track faculty position
Opportunity Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Western University |
| School/Faculty | Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry |
| Departments | Medical Biophysics and Oncology |
| Position | Assistant Professor |
| Field | Computational Medical Physics |
| Position Type | Full-time, probationary tenure-track |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Location | London, Ontario, Canada |
| Posting Number | SCH-MEDBIO-2026-072 |
| Anticipated Start Date | July 1, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | September 16, 2026 |
The position is newly created and involves an appointment in Medical Biophysics with an additional appointment in Oncology.
Research Area
The position focuses on Computational Medical Physics, particularly research relevant to medical physics and computational approaches in medicine and oncology.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate research experience and establish a research program aligned with the department’s academic environment. The posting also refers to the respected CAMPEP MSc and PhD programs.
Location
London, Ontario, Canada
London is described in the posting as a city with tree-lined streets and bicycle paths and is connected to the London Health Sciences Centre and the broader academic/clinical environment.
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants should have:
- Appropriate advanced academic qualifications relevant to medical physics/computational medical physics.
- Research experience, particularly in medical physics.
- A research profile capable of supporting an independent research program.
- Relevant experience and skills appropriate for a tenure-track faculty appointment.
- Candidates with experience connected to medical physics and the CAMPEP academic environment are particularly relevant.
Western University states that it welcomes applications from diverse groups and is committed to employment equity and diversity. Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
Scholarship / Position Description
This is a faculty career opportunity rather than a student scholarship. The successful candidate will join Western University’s Department of Medical Biophysics as a full-time probationary tenure-track Assistant Professor, with an additional appointment in the Department of Oncology.
The role is intended for an academic researcher who can develop and lead research activities in computational medical physics while contributing to the academic mission of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
The posting also requests information about how applicants’ past contributions connect with their proposed research plan, as well as descriptions of formal and informal mentorship experience.
How to Apply
Applicants should complete the full-time faculty application form provided by Western University and submit their application materials as one single compiled PDF.
Applications should address the applicant’s research background, proposed research plan, connection between previous contributions and the proposed research program, and mentorship experience.
Application contact:
Charles McKenzie, PhD
Chair, Department of Medical Biophysics
Western University
Posting Number: SCH-MEDBIO-2026-072
Last Date to Apply
Until position filled
Applications are accepted until the stated closing date.
