Medical Physicist – Proton

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Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Medical Physicist – Proton (Full‑Time)

Position Highlights

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join us as a Medical Physicist – Proton. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for radiation oncology and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. The position is based at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center – Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE.

We are particularly interested in candidates with proton therapy experience, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Our Mevion FIT Proton Therapy system is expected to begin upright patient treatments around March 2027. We are recruiting a motivated physicist to join our 3‑FTE proton physics team in 2026, within a Medical Physics Group that currently includes 10 medical physicists and 4 medical physics residents.

This position offers a unique opportunity to help build a new proton therapy program from the ground up. The selected candidate will receive proton‑therapy training, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement clinical workflows, and contribute to the ongoing development of program operations. A faculty appointment at the University of Nebraska Medical Center will be granted.

Candidate must have Proton therapy experiences in treatment planning, machine and patient QA.

ARIA and Raystation experience preferred and Photon and HDR experience are valuable

You will work closely with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, nurses, and other clinical staff to deliver the region’s best Serious Medicine and Extraordinary Care. Nebraska Medicine is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s top employers and the best employer in Nebraska.

Shift Details:

• Exempt, salaried position with Flex-Time scheduling

• First Shift (United States of America)

• Benefits‑eligible

• Location: Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center – Nebraska Medical Center

If you have questions about applying for Medical Physicist – Proton role you can contact our TA Partner, Rohit Shinde, at rshinde@nebraskamed.com

Why Work With Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

• Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Be part of something extraordinary with Nebraska Medicine!

Medical Physicist – Proton Description:

Serve as Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist to support our Proton Therapy Program. Collaborating with clinical and medical staff on treatment simulation, planning, and the supervision of proton treatment delivery. Responsibilities also include performing equipment QA, coordinating quality and safety programs, working with service engineers, and contributing to clinical research efforts.  

 

Required Qualifications: 

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical physics or PhD in Physics required. 

• Completion of a CAMPEP accredited residency in Therapeutic Medical Physics required.

• Acquire full ABR Board certification in Therapy Medical Physics within 5 years of employment required.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Minimum two years Proton therapy experience is highly preferred. 

• Experience in treatment planning with RayStation TPS preferred.

• ABR Board Certification in Therapy Medical Physics preferred

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive