Proton Therapy Innovative Physicist — Flexible Hours

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Clarkson College discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an Innovative Physicist – Proton to advance the upright proton therapy program at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center. You will work with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, nurses, and clinical staff to deliver exceptional care and drive innovation in treatment planning and QA.

The role emphasizes automation, online-adaptive solutions, and MRI-based workflows, with opportunities to translate research into clinical practice and contribute to a leading cancer

Qualifications

• MS in Physics or closely related field required.
• At least two years of experience in radiotherapy, medical physics, or related field required.
• Strong programming skills in Python & Matlab required.
• Experience in RayStation software scripting and treatment planning required.
• Ability to work independently & collaboratively in a team required.
• Experience in imaging (e.g., MRI) and/or experimental measurements in proton therapy required.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills required.
• Interest in translational research and clinical innovation required.

Responsibilities

• Support development and clinical integration of cutting-edge proton therapy solutions.
• Automate proton treatment planning and quality assurance processes.
• Develop online-adaptive workflows and simulation-free proton therapy techniques using upright MRI.

Skills

Python

Matlab

Communication

Team collaboration

MRI experience

Independent work

Education

MS in Physics

Tools

RayStation

Job description

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an Innovative Physicist – Proton to advance the upright proton therapy program at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center. You will work with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, nurses, and clinical staff to deliver exceptional care and drive innovation in treatment planning and QA.

The role emphasizes automation, online-adaptive solutions, and MRI-based workflows, with opportunities to translate research into clinical practice and contribute to a leading cancer