Assistant Data Scientist - Radiation Physics - Research

Assistant Data Scientist

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to eliminating cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through integrated programs in patient care, research, prevention, and education. The Assistant Data Scientist role supports this mission by contributing to advanced computational and data-driven initiatives that enhance proton therapy research and treatment planning.

Within the Radiation Physics - Research area, the Assistant Data Scientist works under direct supervision to support software development, computational modeling, and data analysis activities related to proton therapy. The Assistant Data Scientist contributes to algorithm development, treatment planning studies, and infrastructure improvements, while the Assistant Data Scientist helps advance innovative solutions for dose computation, image processing, and radiation physics research at UT MD Anderson.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Computational Biology, or a related field. A Master's Degree in a related field is preferred. While no prior work experience is required, candidates with strong technical aptitude, programming skills, and an interest in computational radiation physics and research environments will be well suited for this role.

Salary\: Minimum $32.93/hour – Midpoint $41.11/hour – Maximum $49.28/hour


Why Us?
Join UT MD Anderson and contribute to innovative proton therapy research that supports groundbreaking cancer treatment and patient outcomes. This role offers opportunities to develop technical expertise in software development, computational modeling, medical physics applications, and scientific research while working alongside experienced professionals in a mission-driven environment committed to learning, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. • Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Software Development • Assist in analyzing data-related problems, formalisms, algorithms, and software • Contribute to the development of complex proton therapy algorithms under direct supervision • Support programming activities across multiple systems and technical environments • Develop software solutions that support dose computation and treatment planning activities

Project Development • Contribute to the analysis and development of formalisms for complex research applications • Support the development of algorithms and software related to dose computations • Assist with Monte Carlo techniques used in radiation physics applications • Participate in treatment planning, image processing, measurements, and data analysis projects • Support scientific and technical research initiatives within proton therapy programs

Infrastructure Tool Development • Develop software tools to resolve specific computational and operational problems • Maintain software infrastructure supporting research and treatment planning activities • Improve computational infrastructure through targeted enhancements and system improvements • Assist with implementing new software solutions for dose computations and related applications

Research & Analysis Support • Participate in treatment planning studies utilizing developed systems and software • Support measurements, image processing, and data analysis efforts • Gather and analyze information to support analytical decision-making • Apply innovative approaches to complex computational and research challenges

Additional Duties • Collaborate effectively with colleagues, researchers, and technical teams • Maintain professional communication and documentation practices • Support continuous learning and professional development activities • Perform other duties as assigned