Academic Radiation Oncologist/Faculty Rank DOQ

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Advanced facilities

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) Department of Radiation Oncology invites applications for an Academic Radiation Oncologist with a primary clinical focus in Head and Neck Oncology and a negotiable secondary focus. The position offers potential for protected research time and strong collaboration within a growing, NCI-designated cancer center.

Applicants should hold an MD or DO, be board certified or board eligible in Radiation Oncology, and demonstrate a track record of academic

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required; board certification or eligibility in Radiation Oncology.
• Academic rank commensurate with qualifications.
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals and extramural funding a plus (supplemental qualifications).

Responsibilities

• Clinical focus in Head and Neck Oncology.
• Active participation in disease-specific multidisciplinary tumor boards.
• Teaching opportunities within fully accredited medical and medical physics residency programs.
• Potential for protected time for research and academic development; access to grant funding.
• Dual employment with relocation assistance and a competitive compensation package.

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

Academic Radiation Oncologist/Faculty Rank DOQ

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number: 2026 - 061

Department

Business Unit(College/Institute)

Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine

FTE:

100

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday-Friday

Requisition Category

Requisition Category Faculty

Requisition Title

Requisition Title Academic Radiation Oncologist/Faculty Rank DOQ

Job Title/Academic Rank

Job Title/Academic Rank Academic Radiation Oncologist/Faculty Rank DOQ

Additional Requisition Title

Additional Requisition Title NA

Appointment Type

Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS

Salary Range

Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category

Job/EEO Category Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 02/09/2026

Position Qualification

Position Summary

Academic Radiation Oncologist – Head & Neck Oncology

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), Department of Radiation Oncology at the NCI-designated Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center in partnership with Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Radiation Oncologist with a primary clinical focus in Head and Neck Oncology with a negotiable secondary focus. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic academic department.

Position Highlights

• On-site Mevion upright proton therapy opening in Spring 2027
• Active participation in disease specific multidisciplinary tumor boards
• Teaching opportunities within fully accredited medical and medical physics residency programs
• Emphasis on work-life balance with favorable call schedules
• Potential for protected time for research and academic development
• Access to growing opportunities for grant funding
• Research startup funding is negotiable
• Supportive culture that values respect, collaboration, and professional growth
• Opportunity for variable compensation
• Dual employment with generous compensation package including relocation assistance.

We offer access to state-of-the-art treatment facilities, advanced radiation therapy technologies, and robust support from a highly skilled team of physicists and dosimetrists.

The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center—Nebraska’s only NCI-designated cancer center with locations in the Omaha metropolitan area and Kearney Nebraska serving as the hub for our clinical, research, and education activities. Our expanding department includes twelve physicians, eleven physicists, and research faculty and research staff. We will have the only proton therapy capability in the state of Nebraska and the region. This includes Flash research capability.

We welcome applications from both experienced clinicians and recent graduates. The successful candidate must hold an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) and be board certified or board eligible in Radiation Oncology. Academic rank is consistent with qualifications.

Join Us:

Be part of a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research. We offer a collaborative environment with opportunities for leadership, innovation, and career advancement.

Specific questions may be directed at:

Charles Enke, MD, FASTRO , FACR

Professor & Chair

Department of Radiation Oncology

[e-mail]

Applicants must have a MD or DO degree with completion or near completion of a residency in ACGME accredited Radiation Oncology.

Supplemental Qualifications

Evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals and success in extramural funding.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment Other working environment N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Driving

Driving Occasionally

Kneeling

Kneeling Occasionally

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally

Sitting Up to 2 hours

Standing

Standing Up to 2 hours

Squatting Occasionally

Walking

Walking 2-5 hours

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric

Atmospheric Yes

Blood/body fluids

Blood/body fluids Yes

Chemical hazards

Chemical hazards Yes

Working on or around moving machinery

Working on or around moving machinery No

Electrical current

Electrical current Yes

Noise No

Changes of temperature/humidity

Changes of temperature/humidity Yes

Wear PPE

Wear PPE Yes

Work with laboratory animals

Work with laboratory animals No

Radiation

Operating hand/power tools

Operating hand/power tools No

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

This position is within the Radiation Oncology department, which uses radiation for patient treatment/care. Exposure to patients and some radiological chemicals can occur. Safeguards are in place for all of the items indicated above.

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation

Fine Manipulation Both

Repetitive Motion

Repetitive Motion Both

Grasping

Grasping Both

If you selected any area above, please explain

Working with patients, computers, and performing procedures is routine for this position.

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

Required Documents

• C.V.
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Doc

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a MD/DO?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you completed, or are near completion of a residency in ACGME accredited radiation oncology?
  • yes
  • no
• * Are you board certified or board eligible in the are identified in this posting? Are you eligible to practice in Nebraska?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in 3D-CRT, IMRT, SABR, SRS, and HDR?
  • yes
  • no
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.