Physicist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania
Physicist visa sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania are concentrated at research universities like Penn State and University of Pennsylvania, national laboratories including Brookhaven-affiliated facilities, and defense contractors in the Philadelphia suburbs. Pittsburgh's materials science sector and Philadelphia's medical physics community add further depth to a state with consistent demand for doctoral-level physics talent.
Find Physicist JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 9+ Physicist Jobs in Pennsylvania with Visa Sponsorship
See all Physicist Jobs in Pennsylvania with Visa Sponsorship
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Physicist Jobs in Pennsylvania with Visa Sponsorship.
Get Access To All Jobs️ Nuclear Medicine Physicist
Remote, United States
✈️ National Travel Required
Full Time | Salaried | Exempt
Help Shape the Future of Cardiac PET Imaging
CDL Nuclear Technologies is seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Physicist to serve as a senior technical expert supporting our growing network of cardiac PET and PET/CT programs nationwide.
This highly visible role is responsible for helping ensure the safe, compliant, and effective use of radiation across CDL supported sites. You will provide expertise in radiation safety, shielding design, equipment commissioning, quality control, dosimetry, regulatory compliance, and clinical education.
The ideal candidate is a highly trained and detail oriented physicist who can perform complex calculations, modeling, and technical analysis while clearly communicating findings to clinical teams, project stakeholders, construction partners, and customers.
About CDL Nuclear Technologies
Founded in 1992, CDL Nuclear Technologies specializes in end to end cardiac imaging solutions, particularly cardiac PET and PET/CT systems. CDL is recognized as the leading provider of custom cardiac PET suite buildouts in the United States and currently supports more than 200 labs nationwide.
For more than 30 years, we have partnered with hospitals, health systems, and cardiology practices to implement scalable, fully integrated cardiac imaging programs. Our mission is to place advanced diagnostic imaging technology into the hands of physicians while providing exceptional equipment, service, clinical expertise, and ongoing support.
What You’ll Do
️ Radiation Safety and Regulatory Compliance
- Oversee the safe use of radiopharmaceuticals and radiation producing equipment at CDL supported sites
- Develop and implement radiation safety standards, procedures, and guidelines consistent with ALARA principles
- Help ensure compliance with applicable NRC and Agreement State regulations
- Support compliance with ACR, IAC, and The Joint Commission requirements
- Assist with radioactive materials licensing, license amendments, and regulatory inspections
- Partner with site Radiation Safety Officers on audits, surveys, incident reviews, and corrective actions
️ Shielding Design and Site Commissioning
- Perform shielding calculations for new PET and PET/CT suite buildouts
- Prepare shielding design reports in accordance with applicable AAPM and NCRP guidance
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, and general contractors to ensure shielding is properly specified and installed
- Conduct post installation radiation surveys and acceptance testing before site launches
️ Imaging System Performance and Quality Control
- Conduct equipment calibration, acceptance testing, and quality control evaluations
- Support PET/CT systems, dose calibrators, radiation detection instruments, and survey equipment
- Perform annual physics surveys and performance evaluations to maintain accreditation and optimal image quality
- Evaluate imaging protocols and system performance
- Recommend equipment, protocol, or technology upgrades when appropriate
Dosimetry and Clinical Support
- Perform dosimetry calculations and patient and staff dose assessments
- Provide technical direction to medical staff on the safe and effective use of radiation
- Support diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures
- Participate in the development of new service lines, emerging modalities, and theranostics programs
Training and Education
- Provide training to Nuclear Medicine Technologists, Radioisotope Installation Technologists, medical staff, and internal teams
- Educate team members on radiation safety and nuclear medicine techniques
- Serve as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders
- Translate complex physics and radiation safety concepts into clear, practical guidance
Reporting and Continuous Improvement
- Prepare and present reports on medical physics activities, survey results, and technical findings
- Stay current on regulatory changes, accreditation standards, and advancements in nuclear medicine physics
- Identify opportunities to strengthen physics, safety, quality, and compliance processes
Education and Certification
- Master’s degree or PhD in Medical Physics or a closely related field
- Graduation from a CAMPEP accredited program is preferred
- Board certification through the American Board of Radiology in Nuclear Medical Physics or Diagnostic Medical Physics, the American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine, or an equivalent credential
- Board eligible candidates may be considered
- Must be able to obtain state medical physics licensure where required
Experience We’re Looking For
- Professional experience in clinical medical physics or nuclear medicine physics
- Hands on experience with PET/CT systems, including acceptance testing and quality control, strongly preferred
- Experience completing shielding designs for nuclear medicine or PET facilities preferred
- Strong understanding of radiation safety, dosimetry, and radioactive materials regulations
- Experience working with clinical teams, project stakeholders, construction partners, or healthcare customers is highly valued
Skills for Success
- Strong analytical, calculation, modeling, and data analysis capabilities
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
- Ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical audiences
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of multiple priorities
- Collaborative approach when working with clinical, project, construction, and customer teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar business software
✈️ Travel and Physical Requirements
This is a remote position requiring travel to healthcare facilities and project sites throughout the United States based on business needs.
The position includes a combination of desk based responsibilities and on site work at imaging facilities and active construction sites. Candidates must be able to safely navigate job sites, perform surveys and testing, and lift or move approximately 10 to 50 pounds, including phantoms and survey equipment.
The role may involve exposure to ionizing radiation, electrical equipment, and magnetic hazards. Appropriate safety precautions, protective equipment, and dosimetry must be used when required.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package
At CDL Nuclear Technologies, we recognize that our employees are essential to our success. Eligible full time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- ❤️ Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short term and long term disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Employee assistance and wellness resources
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Remote work flexibility
- ✈️ Company supported business travel
Why Join CDL?
When you join CDL Nuclear Technologies, you become part of a growing national healthcare organization that is helping expand access to advanced cardiac imaging.
This position offers the opportunity to:
- Influence the safety and quality of cardiac PET programs nationwide
- Support new facility design, technology implementation, and site launches
- Work directly with clinical, technical, construction, and executive teams
- Contribute to emerging imaging modalities and theragnostic programs
- Serve as a trusted technical authority throughout the organization
- Make a measurable impact on patient care, regulatory compliance, and imaging quality
Apply Today
If you are a medical physicist with expertise in nuclear medicine, PET/CT imaging, radiation safety, shielding design, and regulatory compliance, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Join CDL Nuclear Technologies and help us continue building safe, innovative, and clinically excellent cardiac imaging programs across the country.
️ Equal Employment Opportunity
CDL Nuclear Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
️ Nuclear Medicine Physicist
Remote, United States
✈️ National Travel Required
Full Time | Salaried | Exempt
Help Shape the Future of Cardiac PET Imaging
CDL Nuclear Technologies is seeking an experienced Nuclear Medicine Physicist to serve as a senior technical expert supporting our growing network of cardiac PET and PET/CT programs nationwide.
This highly visible role is responsible for helping ensure the safe, compliant, and effective use of radiation across CDL supported sites. You will provide expertise in radiation safety, shielding design, equipment commissioning, quality control, dosimetry, regulatory compliance, and clinical education.
The ideal candidate is a highly trained and detail oriented physicist who can perform complex calculations, modeling, and technical analysis while clearly communicating findings to clinical teams, project stakeholders, construction partners, and customers.
About CDL Nuclear Technologies
Founded in 1992, CDL Nuclear Technologies specializes in end to end cardiac imaging solutions, particularly cardiac PET and PET/CT systems. CDL is recognized as the leading provider of custom cardiac PET suite buildouts in the United States and currently supports more than 200 labs nationwide.
For more than 30 years, we have partnered with hospitals, health systems, and cardiology practices to implement scalable, fully integrated cardiac imaging programs. Our mission is to place advanced diagnostic imaging technology into the hands of physicians while providing exceptional equipment, service, clinical expertise, and ongoing support.
What You’ll Do
️ Radiation Safety and Regulatory Compliance
- Oversee the safe use of radiopharmaceuticals and radiation producing equipment at CDL supported sites
- Develop and implement radiation safety standards, procedures, and guidelines consistent with ALARA principles
- Help ensure compliance with applicable NRC and Agreement State regulations
- Support compliance with ACR, IAC, and The Joint Commission requirements
- Assist with radioactive materials licensing, license amendments, and regulatory inspections
- Partner with site Radiation Safety Officers on audits, surveys, incident reviews, and corrective actions
️ Shielding Design and Site Commissioning
- Perform shielding calculations for new PET and PET/CT suite buildouts
- Prepare shielding design reports in accordance with applicable AAPM and NCRP guidance
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, and general contractors to ensure shielding is properly specified and installed
- Conduct post installation radiation surveys and acceptance testing before site launches
️ Imaging System Performance and Quality Control
- Conduct equipment calibration, acceptance testing, and quality control evaluations
- Support PET/CT systems, dose calibrators, radiation detection instruments, and survey equipment
- Perform annual physics surveys and performance evaluations to maintain accreditation and optimal image quality
- Evaluate imaging protocols and system performance
- Recommend equipment, protocol, or technology upgrades when appropriate
Dosimetry and Clinical Support
- Perform dosimetry calculations and patient and staff dose assessments
- Provide technical direction to medical staff on the safe and effective use of radiation
- Support diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures
- Participate in the development of new service lines, emerging modalities, and theranostics programs
Training and Education
- Provide training to Nuclear Medicine Technologists, Radioisotope Installation Technologists, medical staff, and internal teams
- Educate team members on radiation safety and nuclear medicine techniques
- Serve as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders
- Translate complex physics and radiation safety concepts into clear, practical guidance
Reporting and Continuous Improvement
- Prepare and present reports on medical physics activities, survey results, and technical findings
- Stay current on regulatory changes, accreditation standards, and advancements in nuclear medicine physics
- Identify opportunities to strengthen physics, safety, quality, and compliance processes
Education and Certification
- Master’s degree or PhD in Medical Physics or a closely related field
- Graduation from a CAMPEP accredited program is preferred
- Board certification through the American Board of Radiology in Nuclear Medical Physics or Diagnostic Medical Physics, the American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine, or an equivalent credential
- Board eligible candidates may be considered
- Must be able to obtain state medical physics licensure where required
Experience We’re Looking For
- Professional experience in clinical medical physics or nuclear medicine physics
- Hands on experience with PET/CT systems, including acceptance testing and quality control, strongly preferred
- Experience completing shielding designs for nuclear medicine or PET facilities preferred
- Strong understanding of radiation safety, dosimetry, and radioactive materials regulations
- Experience working with clinical teams, project stakeholders, construction partners, or healthcare customers is highly valued
Skills for Success
- Strong analytical, calculation, modeling, and data analysis capabilities
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
- Ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical audiences
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of multiple priorities
- Collaborative approach when working with clinical, project, construction, and customer teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar business software
✈️ Travel and Physical Requirements
This is a remote position requiring travel to healthcare facilities and project sites throughout the United States based on business needs.
The position includes a combination of desk based responsibilities and on site work at imaging facilities and active construction sites. Candidates must be able to safely navigate job sites, perform surveys and testing, and lift or move approximately 10 to 50 pounds, including phantoms and survey equipment.
The role may involve exposure to ionizing radiation, electrical equipment, and magnetic hazards. Appropriate safety precautions, protective equipment, and dosimetry must be used when required.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package
At CDL Nuclear Technologies, we recognize that our employees are essential to our success. Eligible full time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- ❤️ Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short term and long term disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Employee assistance and wellness resources
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Remote work flexibility
- ✈️ Company supported business travel
Why Join CDL?
When you join CDL Nuclear Technologies, you become part of a growing national healthcare organization that is helping expand access to advanced cardiac imaging.
This position offers the opportunity to:
- Influence the safety and quality of cardiac PET programs nationwide
- Support new facility design, technology implementation, and site launches
- Work directly with clinical, technical, construction, and executive teams
- Contribute to emerging imaging modalities and theragnostic programs
- Serve as a trusted technical authority throughout the organization
- Make a measurable impact on patient care, regulatory compliance, and imaging quality
Apply Today
If you are a medical physicist with expertise in nuclear medicine, PET/CT imaging, radiation safety, shielding design, and regulatory compliance, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Join CDL Nuclear Technologies and help us continue building safe, innovative, and clinically excellent cardiac imaging programs across the country.
️ Equal Employment Opportunity
CDL Nuclear Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Physicist Job Roles in Pennsylvania
See all Physicist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Sign up for free to filter by visa type, set job alerts, and find employers with verified sponsorship history.
Search Physicist Jobs in PennsylvaniaPhysicist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies and institutions sponsor visas for physicists in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania's leading physics employers with sponsorship history include Penn State University, the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, Temple University, and Jefferson Lab collaborators in the Philadelphia region. Defense and aerospace contractors in the suburban Philadelphia corridor, including Lockheed Martin and Raytheon facilities, also file for physicists regularly. Medical physics roles at Penn Medicine and UPMC in Pittsburgh represent another active sponsorship segment.
Which visa types realistically fit physicist roles in Pennsylvania?
Physicist roles qualify as specialty occupations, making the H-1B visa the most common path. The H-1B requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field and is subject to an annual cap and selection process. Canadian and Mexican nationals holding a physics degree may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA Physicist category. Australian nationals can pursue the E-3 visa, and Chilean and Singaporean nationals have access to the H-1B1 visa. F-1 students may use OPT or STEM OPT if their degree is STEM-designated.
How to find physicist visa sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate lists Pennsylvania employers with verified visa sponsorship history, searchable by role and city, making it straightforward to identify physics positions at universities, national lab partners, and defense contractors across the state. Filtering to physicist roles in Pennsylvania surfaces active sponsors in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, State College, and beyond, so you can focus applications on employers who have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most physicist sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia leads, anchored by its cluster of research universities, medical physics programs at major health systems, and proximity to defense contractors in the surrounding counties. Pittsburgh follows, driven by Carnegie Mellon University, the University of Pittsburgh, and materials science research tied to its manufacturing and technology sectors. State College, home to Penn State's main campus, is a consistent source of academic and applied physics sponsorship opportunities.
Are there state-specific factors physicists should know when targeting Pennsylvania employers?
Pennsylvania's physics hiring is heavily tied to its university and health system ecosystem, so roles often require doctoral credentials and research publication records. The state's proximity to federal facilities and Department of Defense contractors means security clearance eligibility can be a practical factor, though it does not affect visa sponsorship eligibility directly. Medical physics roles at Pennsylvania hospitals frequently require CAMPEP-accredited residency completion alongside visa sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physicist jobs in Pennsylvania?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.