La Sierra University Senior Biophysics major, Sid Dyer, works as a Accelerator Operator Intern at Loma Linda University Medical Center.

Dyer's job is to administer radiation in the form of protons to treat many forms of cancer.

Dyer works at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Loma Linda, CA.

Last school year George Coutrakon, Ph.D., from Loma Linda University Medical Center, came to La Sierra University in the spring to give a presentation about the Proton Accelerator. He mentioned that they were looking for student interns and Dyer pursued and received the position

Dyer started working on the Proton Accelerator in June. He worked full-time in the summer months, and during the school year he works weekends

“The job is really fun. I am learning a lot. You are involved with so many intelligent people; it just rubs off on you. I really enjoy making a difference.”