University of Michigan, Radiation Oncology Physics Residency Application Form
University of Michigan
Department of Radiation Oncology
Division of Radiation Physics
1500 E. Medical Center Dr.
Room B2C438, SPC 5010
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-5010
Radiation Oncology Physics Residency Application Form
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________
Last First Middle
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
Street
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City State Country Zip Code
Telephone Number: __________________________________________ (home/work)
__________________________________________ (cell)
E-mail Address: ______________________________________________________________________
Citizenship: _________________________________________________________________________
If you are not a U.S. citizen, are you currently eligible to work in the U.S.A.? ____ Yes _____ No
If yes, what is your Visa type? ___________________________________________________ or what is your immigration status? _________________________________________
EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION
Was your undergraduate major physics? ____ Yes ____ No
If no, please complete items 1 -7 below to indicate that you have earned the equivalent of a minor in physics. Candidates are required to submit official copies of transcripts from all institutions in which these requirements were satisfied.
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Calculus based general physics I
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
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Calculus based general physics II
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
3.
Electricity and Magnetism
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
4.
Atomic Physics
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
5.
Nuclear Physics
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
6.
Modern Physics
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
7.
Quantum Mechanics or Mechanics
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
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Grade:_________________
What will your highest graduate degree be at the start date of this position?
____ M.S. ____ Ph.D. ____ DMP
Are you a graduate or do you anticipate graduating from a CAMPEP-accredited graduate program before the start date of this position? ___ Yes ___ No
Please complete items 1 -6 to confirm that you have satisfied the minimum didactic requirements per AAPM Report #197. Only candidates that have successfully completed four of these six courses
will be considered as an eligible candidate. In addition to undergraduate and graduate transcripts, candidates are required to submit official copies of transcripts from all institutions in which these requirements were satisfied.
1.
Radiological physics and dosimetry
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
2.
Radiation protection and radiation safety
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
3.
Fundamentals of Imaging in Medicine
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
4.
Radiobiology
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
5.
Anatomy and Physiology
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Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
6.
Radiation Therapy Physics
Equivalent course name:______________________________________________________________
Course Number:________________________________ Semester & Year Taken:________________
Institution Course Taken:_____________________________________________________________
Grade:_________________
ABR Status:
____ Have not applied
____ Applied but have not received word concerning approval to take exam
____ Approved to take Part 1
____ Passed Part I; Date:_______________________
____ Passed Part II; Date:_______________________
____ ABR Certified; Date:_______________________
REFERENCES:
Candidates are responsible for contacting each of their references to request that they submit a letter of reference to the residency committee at the University of Michigan. References may send an electronic copy of their letter to the residency committee.
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Name: ________________________________________________________
Institution/Position:______________________________________________
E-mail:_________________________________________________________
Phone Number: _________________________________________________
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Name: ________________________________________________________
Institution/Position:______________________________________________
E-mail:_________________________________________________________
Phone Number: _________________________________________________
3.
Name: ________________________________________________________
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Institution/Position:______________________________________________
E-mail:_________________________________________________________
Phone Number: _________________________________________________
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All applicants must submit the following information along with a brief cover letter to be considered for this position. Electronic submissions are preferred. It is the applicant’s responsible to ensure that all of the material is received in a timely manner. All materials must be received by the application deadline.
Any incomplete applications will not be considered for this position.
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Application form
Curriculum vitae – This document should detail, but not be limited to, the applicant’s education, dissertation title/topic, teaching experience, research experience, publications, presentations, special training, and academic awards.
Statement of interest - Applicant’s are required to summarize their interests and goals, and include a statement describing how they learned and/or why they are interested in radiation
oncology physics. Applicant’s who are not currently in the field of medical physics should describe how their background and knowledge can contribute to the field. Document should be limited to no more than two, double-spaced pages of text.
Official transcripts - Applicant’s must submit an official copy of their undergraduate and graduate transcripts c/o Joann Prisciandaro, to the address listed above. For non-English transcripts, a certified or notarized English translation of the document is required. Candidates must demonstrate they have completed the minimum number of undergraduate and graduate didactic prerequisites, as defined by the ABR and CAMPEP.
Letters of reference - Applicant’s should request three letters of reference from individuals that can attest to the applicant’s qualifications, and are familiar with their academic and/or clinical background. The letter should state how long the individual has known the applicant, and in what context. The letter should concentrate on the applicant’s character, aptitude, skills, and attributes, such as intelligence, ability to communicate, self-confidence, initiative, interpersonal skills, and direction. The letters MUST be submitted directly from the reference either electronically or through the mail, or mailed in a sealed envelope with the candidate’s application package.
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