Lead Proton Medical Physicist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a lead faculty proton medical physicist for the North Carolina Cancer Center. This role involves overseeing technical operations of the Mevion S250-FIT Proton Therapy System while contributing to research and mentoring residents.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD, board certifications, and a commitment to safety in clinical operations. Successful applicants will start as early as September 2026 and should apply online with a cover letter and CV.

Qualifications

• PhD in Medical Physics/Physics/Engineering or related field.
• ABR/ABMP board certified.
• Graduated from a CAMPEP-accredited residency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee proton therapy physics services and ensure safety.
• Pursue research opportunities and secure funding.
• Mentor residents in the Medical Physics Residency Program.

Skills

Technical skills

Research commitment

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Medical Physics/Physics/Engineering or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of North Carolina is seeking a lead faculty proton medical physicist for the North Carolina Cancer Center in Chapel Hill, NC. The successful candidate will work with the Mevion S250-FIT Proton Therapy System team to oversee acceptance, commissioning, clinical operation, and project success, starting as early as September 2026. The role requires broad clinical, research, and teaching responsibilities within the Department and School of Medicine.

Clinical, Research, and Teaching Responsibilities

• Clinical duties: Work with and oversee a secondary proton faculty physicist during acceptance and commissioning of the Mevion S250-FIT system, acquisition of dosimetry data, and commissioning of proton treatment planning in RayStation. When the system becomes operational, lead clinical proton therapy physics services, ensuring accurate and safe delivery of treatments and maintaining patient and staff safety.
• Research: Actively pursue research opportunities and secure extramural funding.
• Residency Program: Mentor residents in the CAMPEP‑accredited Medical Physics Residency Program.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

The successful candidate must have a PhD in Medical Physics/Physics/Engineering or a related field, be ABR/ABMP board certified, and have graduated from a CAMPEP‑accredited residency.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

The ideal candidate should have strong technical skills, a commitment to research and teaching, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Special Instructions

Qualified applicants should submit an application online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/314113 and include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and at least two professional references with contact information. Reference letters will be requested from the listed references if the applicant is selected.