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Director of Proton Physics- Radiation Oncology
Location:
Bloch Radiation Oncology Pavilion
Position Summary / Career Interest:
Director of Proton Physics- Radiation Oncology
The Department of Radiation Oncology at The University of Kansas Cancer Center and the University of Kansas Health System is seeking an outstanding leader to serve as Director of Proton Therapy. This individual will hold a faculty appointment at the Clinical Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level.
This position offers the unique opportunity to practice in either an academic or community setting, depending on the candidate’s interests and experience. Both environments provide access to advanced technology, collaborative multidisciplinary teams, and the support of a nationally recognized NCI-designated cancer center.
About University of Kansas Cancer Center:
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and plans are underway to construct a new $550 million state-of-the-art new cancer center building. The Department of Radiation Oncology provides cancer care services throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area with over 4,500 treatment courses annually and 300 patients on treatment daily. Our primary network includes 7 locations with 11 Varian linear accelerators including TrueBeam, Edge and Ethos. The Department has recently completed a Varian ARIA/Eclipse v18.0 upgrade, the first in the US, and maintains a close relationship with Varian, IBA, and other equipment vendors providing unique opportunities for collaboration. The Department of Radiation Oncology is one of a dozen ABS fellowship training sites for both HDR and LDR brachytherapy for prostate and gynecological cancer. The University of Kansas Proton Center is equipped with a state-of-the-art IBA ProteusONE compact proton therapy system, a RayStation v2023B treatment planning system, and an SDX respiratory gating system that are integrated within Varian’s ARIA V18.0, the first ProteusONE center doing so in the world. The system is LATTICE, FLASH, and minibeam capable. Since our proton center opened in May 2022, we have successfully treated more than six hundred patients. The Proton Center is a founding member of the Conformal Flash Alliance and there is an ongoing research agreement with IBA for its preclinical validation and clinical implementation.
About University of Kansas Cancer Center-Department of Radiation Oncology:
The Division of Medical Physics is staffed at 20 faculty medical physicists, 19 medical dosimetrists, 6 medical physics residents and 1 department-funded research fellow; the division supports a full range of clinical, research, and educational services. The department has a 1200 sq. ft. physics research space located adjacent to the main radiation oncology clinic, housing both computational and instrumentation labs. Collaborations with physics and engineering departments at the University of Kansas-Lawrence create abundant exciting opportunities for both academic research and education. The Medical Physics group at the University of Kansas strives for excellence in clinical, educational, and research endeavors, and has a rapidly growing national reputation in many specialties, including proton therapy, FLASH, optimization, treatment planning, dosimetry, quality assurance and more.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Medical Physics or a related field
- CAMPEP-accredited residency program in medical physics
- Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) in Therapeutic Medical Physics
Benefits and compensation:
- Recent increase in overall compensation package
- Generous retirement contribution
- Relocation assistance
- Health, dental, vision
- CME allowance
- LTD/STD and life insurance
- Professional liability coverage
About The University of Kansas Hospital:
Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center, with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge, deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond, and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The Health System, consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties, is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care, Center for Transplantation, Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hard-earned commitment to nursing excellence.
About Kansas City:
A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people, Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living. Walkable, tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus, which is within proximity to the city's top destinations, including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts, Union Station & Science City, National WWI Museum, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, as well as the Country Club Plaza, a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design.
Overall, the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage, a strong economy, a vibrant downtown area, and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe, suburban neighborhoods, great restaurants and shopping, miles of bike paths, parks and lakes, excellent schools (public, private, and universities for higher education).
The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, KC Current and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup!
Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and list of three references to: Harold Li, PhD, FAAPM, Vice Chair and Chief of Medical Physics at hli5@kumc.edu.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-44772
Important information for you to know as you apply:
- The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
- The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.
- Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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Position Title
Director of Proton Physics- Radiation Oncology
Location:
Bloch Radiation Oncology Pavilion
Position Summary / Career Interest:
Director of Proton Physics- Radiation Oncology
The Department of Radiation Oncology at The University of Kansas Cancer Center and the University of Kansas Health System is seeking an outstanding leader to serve as Director of Proton Therapy. This individual will hold a faculty appointment at the Clinical Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level.
This position offers the unique opportunity to practice in either an academic or community setting, depending on the candidate’s interests and experience. Both environments provide access to advanced technology, collaborative multidisciplinary teams, and the support of a nationally recognized NCI-designated cancer center.
About University of Kansas Cancer Center:
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and plans are underway to construct a new $550 million state-of-the-art new cancer center building. The Department of Radiation Oncology provides cancer care services throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area with over 4,500 treatment courses annually and 300 patients on treatment daily. Our primary network includes 7 locations with 11 Varian linear accelerators including TrueBeam, Edge and Ethos. The Department has recently completed a Varian ARIA/Eclipse v18.0 upgrade, the first in the US, and maintains a close relationship with Varian, IBA, and other equipment vendors providing unique opportunities for collaboration. The Department of Radiation Oncology is one of a dozen ABS fellowship training sites for both HDR and LDR brachytherapy for prostate and gynecological cancer. The University of Kansas Proton Center is equipped with a state-of-the-art IBA ProteusONE compact proton therapy system, a RayStation v2023B treatment planning system, and an SDX respiratory gating system that are integrated within Varian’s ARIA V18.0, the first ProteusONE center doing so in the world. The system is LATTICE, FLASH, and minibeam capable. Since our proton center opened in May 2022, we have successfully treated more than six hundred patients. The Proton Center is a founding member of the Conformal Flash Alliance and there is an ongoing research agreement with IBA for its preclinical validation and clinical implementation.
About University of Kansas Cancer Center-Department of Radiation Oncology:
The Division of Medical Physics is staffed at 20 faculty medical physicists, 19 medical dosimetrists, 6 medical physics residents and 1 department-funded research fellow; the division supports a full range of clinical, research, and educational services. The department has a 1200 sq. ft. physics research space located adjacent to the main radiation oncology clinic, housing both computational and instrumentation labs. Collaborations with physics and engineering departments at the University of Kansas-Lawrence create abundant exciting opportunities for both academic research and education. The Medical Physics group at the University of Kansas strives for excellence in clinical, educational, and research endeavors, and has a rapidly growing national reputation in many specialties, including proton therapy, FLASH, optimization, treatment planning, dosimetry, quality assurance and more.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Medical Physics or a related field
- CAMPEP-accredited residency program in medical physics
- Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) in Therapeutic Medical Physics
Benefits and compensation:
- Recent increase in overall compensation package
- Generous retirement contribution
- Relocation assistance
- Health, dental, vision
- CME allowance
- LTD/STD and life insurance
- Professional liability coverage
About The University of Kansas Hospital:
Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center, with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge, deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond, and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The Health System, consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties, is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care, Center for Transplantation, Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hard-earned commitment to nursing excellence.
About Kansas City:
A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people, Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living. Walkable, tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus, which is within proximity to the city's top destinations, including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts, Union Station & Science City, National WWI Museum, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, as well as the Country Club Plaza, a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design.
Overall, the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage, a strong economy, a vibrant downtown area, and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe, suburban neighborhoods, great restaurants and shopping, miles of bike paths, parks and lakes, excellent schools (public, private, and universities for higher education).
The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, KC Current and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup!
Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and list of three references to: Harold Li, PhD, FAAPM, Vice Chair and Chief of Medical Physics at hli5@kumc.edu.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-44772
Important information for you to know as you apply:
- The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
- The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.
- Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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Which companies sponsor visas for physicists in Kansas?
The most active sponsors for physics roles in Kansas include Spirit AeroSystems, Raytheon Technologies, and federal contractors operating near Wichita's aerospace corridor. Research universities such as Kansas State University and the University of Kansas also sponsor physicists for faculty and postdoctoral positions. National laboratories with Kansas affiliations occasionally post roles requiring H-1B or J-1 sponsorship for research scientists.
Which visa types are most common for physics roles in Kansas?
The H-1B is the most common visa for physics positions in Kansas, covering roles in research, engineering physics, and applied sciences at private employers. The J-1 is frequently used for postdoctoral researchers and visiting scientists at Kansas universities. O-1A visas are an option for physicists with exceptional records, such as published research or awards, though employer familiarity with this category varies.
Which cities in Kansas have the most physics sponsorship jobs?
Wichita leads Kansas for physics sponsorship activity, driven by its aerospace and defense manufacturing base. Manhattan is the next most active city due to Kansas State University's physics and engineering research programs. Lawrence, home to the University of Kansas, also generates sponsorship opportunities, particularly for academic and research physicist roles. Overland Park occasionally sees openings tied to regional technology and defense firms.
How to find physics visa sponsorship jobs in Kansas?
Migrate Mate aggregates visa-sponsored physics positions specifically in Kansas, filtering out roles where sponsorship is not confirmed. You can browse current openings across Wichita, Lawrence, and Manhattan employers without sorting through listings that exclude international candidates. Migrate Mate focuses on roles where employers have a documented history of H-1B or other sponsorship, making it more efficient than searching general job boards for physics roles in Kansas.
Are there state-specific considerations for physicists seeking visa sponsorship in Kansas?
Kansas physics hiring is heavily tied to aerospace, defense, and academic research, meaning many roles require security clearances that non-U.S. citizens cannot immediately obtain, which narrows sponsorship-eligible openings. University postdoc pipelines at KSU and KU are a reliable entry point for international physicists, as these institutions have established H-1B and J-1 sponsorship processes. Prevailing wage requirements for physics roles are determined by the Department of Labor based on the specific job title and location within Kansas.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physics jobs in Kansas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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