Jefferson Sorriaux
About Jefferson Sorriaux
Jefferson Sorriaux is an R&D Program Manager at IBA, where he coordinates a portfolio of projects related to proton therapy centers. He has a background in medical physics and extensive experience in research and development, having worked at various institutions including Harvard Medical School and the Royal Belgian Institute for Space Aeronomy.
Work at IBA
Jefferson Sorriaux has held multiple positions at IBA, a company specializing in proton therapy solutions. He worked as a System Test Engineer from 2015 to 2018, where he contributed to the testing of systems used in proton therapy. Following this role, he served as an R&D Project Manager from 2016 to 2020, focusing on the development of new technologies. Since 2020, he has been the R&D Program Manager, overseeing a portfolio of projects that range from 10 to 40, collaborating with up to 100 colleagues to enhance features for proton therapy centers globally.
Education and Expertise
Jefferson Sorriaux studied at Université catholique de Louvain, where he earned a Master of Science in Physics with a focus on Medical Physics from 2005 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in the field of medical technology, particularly in the design and development of proton therapy systems. He has been actively involved in defining and implementing design and development processes within his organization.
Background
Jefferson Sorriaux began his career with various student jobs, including roles at the Royal Belgian Institute for Space Aeronomy and the Royal Observatory of Belgium, where he worked on particle trajectories and planet orbit animations, respectively. He also participated in the Cosmic Bench Project at Université catholique de Louvain. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his later roles in research and development.
Research Experience
In 2014, Jefferson Sorriaux served as a Visiting Researcher at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital for two months. This role allowed him to gain valuable insights into advanced medical research practices and further develop his expertise in medical physics. His research experience complements his extensive work in the development of proton therapy technologies.
Achievements in Proton Therapy Development
As R&D Program Manager at IBA, Jefferson Sorriaux is responsible for designing and developing evolutions in proton therapy centers, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 medical devices quality management standards. His leadership in coordinating projects and collaborating with a large team has contributed to the advancement of proton therapy solutions worldwide.