COMP Student Council Initiatives

COMP Career Catalyst (C³) Seminar Series

This series is a professional development initiative aimed at equipping participants with essential skills for success in graduate school and advancing their career in Medical Physics. These sessions aim to provide various skills in communication, leadership, and professionalism for improving career prospects, learning about opportunities in Medical Physics, and building a network with like-minded students, trainees, and experts in Medical Physics across Canada and beyond.

The C³ seminar series involves virtual sessions that will last up to 1.5 hours. These sessions include a workshop or presentation from invited expert speaker(s) followed by an open-discussion for students to connect, engage, and network.

Watch out for specific dates, speaker lists and registration information on our Twitter @COMPTrainees, LinkedIn @COMP Students Council, or join the Student Network. Our past sessions can be found on our youtube channel. Our upcoming sessions for 2025 feature the following topics:

January:  “Transitioning to Industry” features industry professionals who have successfully navigated the shift from academia or clinical practice to the private sector. Discover the diverse career opportunities that are available to medical physicists.

March: “Get to Know the Radiation Oncology Team” will explore the collaborative nature of radiation oncology and the various roles that contribute to delivering quality radiation treatments. Learn about the integral role of medical physicists within the multidisciplinary team.

May: “AI in Medical Physics” will discuss how AI is transforming the field of medical physics, from treatment planning to personalized care, and what this means for the future of healthcare.

July: “Scientific Communication and Outreach” presents the opportunity to enhance your skills in science communication. This valuable session will discuss how to effectively convey complex medical physics concepts to a broad audience, from patients to policymakers.

September: “Treatment Planning Workshop” will present a hands-on session focused on the intricacies of treatment planning. This session will provide practical experience with problem solving and day-to-day clinical activities.

October: “Residency Applications” session is hosted annually and features experts who’ve successfully navigated residency applications. This session offers insights, strategies, and tips to help applications stand out.