Proton Physicist

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Proton Physicist - Full-time Position Highlights. Nebraska Medicine is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join us as a Proton Physicist. 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 preferred candidates with proton therapy experience, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and excellent communication and teamwork abilities. 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.

• Exempt, salaried position with Flex-Time scheduling
• Full-time / 40 hours
• Benefits‑eligible
• Location:
  
  Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center – Nebraska Medical Center

If you have questions about applying for Proton Physicist role you can contact our TA Partner, Rohit Shinde, at

• 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.

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

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!

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.

• performing equipment QA
• coordinating quality and safety programs
• working with service engineers
• contributing to clinical research efforts

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical physics or PhD in Physics required.
• Acquire full A  Board certification in Therapy Medical Physics within 5 years of employment required.

• Minimum two years Proton therapy experience is highly preferred.
• Experience in treatment planning with Ray Station TPS preferred.
• A  Board Certification in Therapy Medical Physics preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics. Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help your patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.