Lead Proton Medical Physicist — Therapy, Research & Teaching

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Health and life insurance

Retirement plans

Programs supporting work/life balance

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Lead Proton Medical Physicist for the Department of Radiation Oncology. The role focuses on overseeing the commissioning of the Mevion S250‑FIT system and managing proton therapy physics services.

This position requires a PhD in Medical Physics and board certification by ABR or ABMP. The successful candidate will mentor CAMPEP-accredited residents and pursue research opportunities.

Comprehensive benefits package and equal opportunity employer commitment enhance the appeal of this role.

Qualifications

• PhD from CAMPEP-accredited residency program required.
• Board certification by ABR or ABMP necessary.
• Strong commitment to research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Oversee acceptance and commissioning of Mevion S250‑FIT system.
• Mentor residents in the Medical Physics Residency Program.
• Pursue research opportunities with potential for funding.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Commitment to research

Education

PhD in Medical Physics or related field

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Lead Proton Medical Physicist for the Department of Radiation Oncology. The role focuses on overseeing the commissioning of the Mevion S250‑FIT system and managing proton therapy physics services.

This position requires a PhD in Medical Physics and board certification by ABR or ABMP. The successful candidate will mentor CAMPEP-accredited residents and pursue research opportunities.

Comprehensive benefits package and equal opportunity employer commitment enhance the appeal of this role.