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Physics roles in the U.S. span national laboratories, university research departments, semiconductor firms, and defense contractors, most of which routinely offer E-3 visa sponsorship for Australian candidates. The E-3 requires a bachelor's degree in physics or a closely related field, has no lottery, and renews in two-year increments without limit.
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The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) is seeking an experienced and operationally focused Director of Clinical Proton Physics Operations to lead the day-to-day clinical physics activities of its advanced proton radiation therapy program and to enhance research & development and teaching. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This leadership role is centered on the practical delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality proton therapy, using a fixed horizontal beam delivery, combined with adaptable, upright patient positioning, and treatment guidance using vertical computed tomography (CT) — a new proton facility that will be operational at DFCI in approximately two years.
The Director will have primary responsibility for clinical proton physics operations, including treatment planning workflows, patient positioning and immobilization strategies, image guidance with upright CT, machine and patient-specific quality assurance, commissioning and maintenance oversight, and continuous optimization of clinical protocols. This role ensures that proton therapy is delivered reliably and safely in a clinical environment that integrates non-traditional geometry and workflows with routine patient care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leadership of the clinical proton physics team
- Oversight of daily clinical coverage and staffing
- Development and implementation of robust QA programs tailored to fixed horizontal beam delivery and upright imaging
- Review and approval of complex proton treatment plans
- Leadership of incident learning, root-cause analysis, and corrective action processes
The Director will work closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, therapists, engineers, and vendors to ensure accurate dose delivery, reproducible upright patient setup, efficient clinical throughput, and seamless integration of upright CT into planning and verification workflows.
The position will also oversee acceptance testing, commissioning, and periodic recalibration of proton delivery and imaging systems. The Director will partner with institutional leadership on operational planning, resource allocation, accreditation and regulatory compliance, and long-term clinical strategy for the proton program.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will hold a PhD (or equivalent) in medical physics or a related field and must be ABR-certified (or equivalent). Candidates should have substantial hands-on experience in clinical proton therapy operations, a strong background in pencil-beam scanning systems, and demonstrated leadership in managing complex clinical workflows. Experience with fixed-beam systems, novel patient positioning paradigms, or advanced image-guided proton therapy is desirable. An academic appointment at Harvard Medical School at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, commensurate with experience and accomplishments, is available pending final approval by the Dean of HMS.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
This role offers an opportunity to lead the clinical physics operations of a pioneering proton therapy program, ensuring excellence in daily patient care while advancing innovative treatment paradigms at one of the world’s leading cancer centers.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
LOCATION
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities.
COMPENSATION
- The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
- For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
- $140,000.00 - $337,500.00
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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INTRODUCTION
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) is seeking an experienced and operationally focused Director of Clinical Proton Physics Operations to lead the day-to-day clinical physics activities of its advanced proton radiation therapy program and to enhance research & development and teaching. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This leadership role is centered on the practical delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality proton therapy, using a fixed horizontal beam delivery, combined with adaptable, upright patient positioning, and treatment guidance using vertical computed tomography (CT) — a new proton facility that will be operational at DFCI in approximately two years.
The Director will have primary responsibility for clinical proton physics operations, including treatment planning workflows, patient positioning and immobilization strategies, image guidance with upright CT, machine and patient-specific quality assurance, commissioning and maintenance oversight, and continuous optimization of clinical protocols. This role ensures that proton therapy is delivered reliably and safely in a clinical environment that integrates non-traditional geometry and workflows with routine patient care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leadership of the clinical proton physics team
- Oversight of daily clinical coverage and staffing
- Development and implementation of robust QA programs tailored to fixed horizontal beam delivery and upright imaging
- Review and approval of complex proton treatment plans
- Leadership of incident learning, root-cause analysis, and corrective action processes
The Director will work closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, therapists, engineers, and vendors to ensure accurate dose delivery, reproducible upright patient setup, efficient clinical throughput, and seamless integration of upright CT into planning and verification workflows.
The position will also oversee acceptance testing, commissioning, and periodic recalibration of proton delivery and imaging systems. The Director will partner with institutional leadership on operational planning, resource allocation, accreditation and regulatory compliance, and long-term clinical strategy for the proton program.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will hold a PhD (or equivalent) in medical physics or a related field and must be ABR-certified (or equivalent). Candidates should have substantial hands-on experience in clinical proton therapy operations, a strong background in pencil-beam scanning systems, and demonstrated leadership in managing complex clinical workflows. Experience with fixed-beam systems, novel patient positioning paradigms, or advanced image-guided proton therapy is desirable. An academic appointment at Harvard Medical School at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, commensurate with experience and accomplishments, is available pending final approval by the Dean of HMS.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
This role offers an opportunity to lead the clinical physics operations of a pioneering proton therapy program, ensuring excellence in daily patient care while advancing innovative treatment paradigms at one of the world’s leading cancer centers.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
LOCATION
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities.
COMPENSATION
- The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
- For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
- $140,000.00 - $337,500.00
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Physics
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian physics degree is generally treated as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's by USCIS. Confirm this equivalence in writing with a credential evaluation service before your first interview so you're not fielding the question mid-process.
Target employers with active DOL LCA filings
National laboratories, semiconductor manufacturers, and defense contractors file Labor Condition Applications with the DOL before every E-3 visa hire. Searching the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for 'physicist' or 'research scientist' job titles shows which employers have done this recently and understand the process.
Distinguish specialty occupation roles from general science positions
Not every physics-adjacent job title qualifies as a specialty occupation under E-3 rules. Roles where the position description explicitly requires a degree in physics, applied physics, or a directly related field are far more defensible at the consulate than postings listing 'bachelor's preferred' in any STEM discipline.
Get your LCA and visa paperwork filed through Migrate Mate
Once you have a job offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. The LCA must be certified by the DOL before your consulate appointment, and errors at this stage are the leading cause of delays for physics candidates.
Address security clearance requirements early in negotiations
Many U.S. physics roles, particularly at national labs and defense contractors, require security clearances that Australian nationals cannot hold at the highest levels. Clarify clearance requirements before accepting an offer so sponsorship discussions aren't derailed after the LCA is already filed.
Prepare for specialty occupation scrutiny at the consulate
Consular officers at Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth may probe whether your specific role genuinely requires a physics degree rather than broader STEM training. Bring your employer's LCA, a detailed job description, and documentation showing how your degree directly maps to the role's core responsibilities.
E-3 Visa Physics: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Physics jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters Physics roles by employers with E-3 sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the visa. National laboratories like Argonne, Sandia, and Lawrence Berkeley, along with semiconductor and defense firms, are the most active sponsors for physics candidates in the U.S.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a three-year Australian physics degree qualify for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS and consular officers generally treat a three-year Australian bachelor's degree as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 specialty occupation purposes, provided the degree is in a field directly related to the role. A formal credential evaluation can document this equivalence if your employer or the consulate requests it.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for physics professionals?
The E-3 has no annual lottery, so there's no random selection risk that can leave you without status after a job offer. It's available year-round and can be approved at the consulate in days rather than months. The H-1B visa has an 85,000-slot annual cap, a competitive lottery, and a standard processing window measured in months, making the E-3 a substantially more predictable path for Australian physics candidates.
Can I change physics employers after I'm already on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp or an I-94 update reflecting the new employer before you start work. There's no portability provision like the H-1B's AC21 rule, so the transition requires coordination between your incoming employer and your consulate or port of entry. Plan at least four to six weeks for the LCA certification step.