Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING? 

• Maintain technical responsibility over the Cyclotron subsystem.
• Operate Proton Therapy System (PTS) for various customer needs, which will include, but not be limited to: Patient Treatment, Patient Specific QA, development, Software Testing, Troubleshooting, and research.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PTS equipment including: cooling systems, vacuum systems, PLC’s, regulation loops, drivers, sensors, positioning equipment, electric motors, high voltage equipment, low voltage equipment, ion chambers, O-scopes, multi-meters, work bench electrical equipment, etc.
• Clearly communicate the status of the system to the customer as well as to IBA employees.
• Provide support for Software and Hardware testing as well as new developments.
• Support daily clinical operations for the clinical staff as defined by the site management and in accordance with site policies
• Maintain detailed records as defined by the specific facility in accordance with company QA and FDA regulations.
• Support the PTS in all phases, which will include but not be limited to: unit testing, integration testing, validation testing and other various site related activities as they are defined by site management.

WHAT YOU NEED TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION? 

• BS in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field and experience is required at a minimum.  
• Experience with troubleshooting and data analysis techniques is required.
• Experience in the operation of a particle accelerator, or on conventional radiotherapy system is required
• Experience in RF systems, High Vacuum, High Voltage Power Supplies is definitely a plus
• Experience in electronics/electrical system is a plus.
• Mechanical system repair, maintenance, and operations of large systems a plus.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• General Knowledge of Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, Access, Outlook etc. are a must.
• Experience with Excel macros a plus.
• Basic knowledge of LINUX a plus.

BEHAVIORAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Detail oriented
• Takes initiative without being directed
• Patient, tenacious, and determined problem solver
• Ability to layout a plan and execute that plan methodically
• Works well under pressure
• Good customer service mentality
• Strong commitment to teamwork

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Rotating shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Good manual dexterity and ability to work with tools
• Ability to lift >50 pounds repeatedly
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to hear and speak English clearly
• Occupational exposure to radiation
• Work with hazardous materials
• Work with high voltage equipment and magnetic fields

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?  

• IBA offers you a competitive performance-based compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K, etc.)
• Amazing possibilities to evolve within IBA worldwide.
• Leading organization with the ability to create your own career path.
• Supported by training programs to acquire new skills, and ensure you stay sharp.
• IBA offers you the roadmap to GREAT ACHIEVEMENTS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER.

_So, if you are a physicist or engineer as well as _a problem-solver who wants to help save lives of patients with cancer, if you like to challenge yourself to identify solutions that are out of the box, and you like working with your hands, please APPLY now!!!   _                                      _“WE ENGINEER HOPE”

Company Description

IBA Proton Therapy is the industry leader in particle therapy, with the most precise clinical radiotherapy methods. IBA is internationally headquartered in Louvain la Neuve, Belgium with regional headquarters in Reston, VA right outside of our nation’s capital Washington, D.C. With more than 30 years of success in cancer diagnostics and treatment, IBA is the worldwide leader of technology in the field of proton therapy. IBA currently has systems and treatment centers in Europe, Asia, North America and expanding to emerging markets throughout the world. The IBA name and mission has grown through the years making us one of the stand out companies to join; and who would want to work for a company that stands for the protection, enhancement and saving the lives of those fighting this horrible disease.