Proton Faculty Medical Physicist in Radiation Oncology

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 136,643 - 280,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage options

Vision plan

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research is seeking a board-certified proton faculty medical physicist in Rochester, Minnesota. The role involves participation in procedure development, educational activities, and leading research efforts.

Applicants must possess a Ph.D., board certification, and experience in proton beam therapy. The position offers a competitive salary range of $136,643 to $280,250, depending on specialty and experience.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. and board certification are required.
• Experience in spot-scanning proton/particle therapy.
• Commitment to educational service and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Participate in procedure and QA development for proton therapy.
• Lead and publish peer-reviewed research.
• Submit a brief research proposal with interests and goals.

Skills

Spot scanning proton beam therapy

Clinical practice and project participation

Research productivity

Leadership

Educational service

Education

Ph.D.

Board certification

CAMPEP accredited residency

Job description

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, is currently recruiting a board‑certified proton faculty medical physicist for the Division of Medical Physics within the Department of Radiation Oncology.

We are seeking applicants with a track record that demonstrates academic and clinical excellence, including clinical practice and project participation, collaboration, and leadership, as well as research productivity and commitment to educational service. The incumbent must have a broad skill set that includes spot scanning proton beam therapy. A proven track record of successfully leading groups or projects is highly desirable. Successful candidates will have responsibility for and participate in all aspects of procedure and QA development and clinical coverage for proton therapy. The candidate will be expected to participate in educational activities and lead and publish peer reviewed research.

The applicant will also be expected to submit a brief (<1000 words) research proposal. The research proposal should summarize the candidate’s research interests, goals, qualifications, potential for funding, and vision for synergistic collaboration with the other members of the Department of Radiation Oncology. Preference will be given to those candidates who have interests and qualifications consistent with key clinical, research and innovation initiatives including proton adaptive therapy and proton treatment planning.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. and board certification; board eligible Ph.D. graduates from a CAMPEP accredited residency program with experience in spot‑scanning proton/particle therapy as well as proton adaptive therapy or proton treatment planning will also be considered.

Compensation

The minimum starting salary for PhD/Doctoral specialties may range from $136,643 to $280,250. This range reflects full‑time total base compensation prior to consideration of additional experience or duties. Pay for the selected candidate will vary based on specialty, experience, FTE, internal equity, or external market data.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the 'EOE is the Law'.

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