Medical Physics Residency Program – Call for Applications 2026
Fundación Médica de Río Negro y Neuquén – Leben Salud
Patagonia, Argentina
Program Structure
Duration:
3-year structured theoretical–practical residency program
Optional additional 1-year supervised clinical specialization in a selected subdiscipline
Core Training Areas:
Radiotherapy Physics
Nuclear Medicine Physics
Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging Physics
The program integrates advanced clinical exposure within a comprehensive oncology and diagnostic environment, emphasizing patient safety, quality assurance, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Accreditation and Recognition
The program is:
Accredited by the Faculty of Medicine, National University of Comahue (UNCo)
Recognized by the Argentine Nuclear Regulatory Authority (ARN)
Accredited within the IOMP-recognized academic and clinical training framework
The residency curriculum includes radiation protection training recognized for individual professional authorization purposes under national regulatory standards.
Positions and Financial Support
Available Positions: 2 funded residency slots
Residents receive:
Institutional stipend (updated periodically)
Health insurance coverage
Additional institutional support during training
Eligibility
Applicants must hold a university degree (minimum 5-year program or equivalent) in:
Medical Physics
Physics
Biomedical Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
Electronic Engineering
Or related disciplines with a strong foundation in physics and mathematics
International applicants are welcome. Degree revalidation in Argentina is not required for participation in the residency program (it is only required for professional licensing if the graduate later chooses to work independently in Argentina).
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Online theoretical examination (Medical Physics-based, 100 questions).
Personal interview (virtual format).
Evaluation of academic and professional background.
Application Period
The official call is published through the Faculty of Medicine of UNCo.
The application period typically opens between March and April.
Further information regarding application procedures will be provided through official academic channels.
Contact Information
For inquiries and pre-application questions, please contact:
[email protected]
[email protected]
This program aims to contribute to regional and international capacity building in Medical Physics through structured, high-quality clinical training aligned with international standards.
We welcome applications from motivated candidates committed to excellence in clinical medical physics.