Proton Therapy Innovator — Physicist (Full-Time)

nebraskamed; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine seeks an Innovative Physicist – Proton at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center in Omaha, NE. This role focuses on advancing proton therapy and integrating cutting-edge solutions in clinical care.

You will collaborate with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, and nurses to deliver outstanding patient care, with emphasis on automation and upright MRI-based planning. Requirements include MS in Physics, 2+ years in radiotherapy, Python/Matlab, and RayStation experience.

Qualifications

• MS in Physics or closely related field required.
• At least two years of experience in radiotherapy, medical physics, or related medical engineering 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 (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 proton therapy solutions.
• Collaborate with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, nurses and physics leadership.
• Contribute to automation of proton treatment planning and QA processes.
• Assist in implementing online-adaptive workflows and upright MRI-based planning.
• Work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Python

Matlab

RayStation scripting

Independent work

Communication

Problem-solving

Translational research

Education

MS in Physics

PhD preferred

Tools

RayStation

Job description

Nebraska Medicine seeks an Innovative Physicist – Proton at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center in Omaha, NE. This role focuses on advancing proton therapy and integrating cutting-edge solutions in clinical care.

You will collaborate with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, and nurses to deliver outstanding patient care, with emphasis on automation and upright MRI-based planning. Requirements include MS in Physics, 2+ years in radiotherapy, Python/Matlab, and RayStation experience.