Academic Radiation Oncologist/Faculty Rank DOQ

Academic Radiation Oncologist – Head & Neck Oncology

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), Department of Radiation Oncology at the NCI-designated Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center- in partnership with Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Radiation Oncologist with a primary clinical focus in Head and Neck Oncology with a negotiable secondary focus. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic academic department.

Position Highlights

• On-site Mevion upright proton therapy opening in Spring 2027
• Active participation in disease specific multidisciplinary tumor boards
• Teaching opportunities within fully accredited medical and medical physics residency programs
• Emphasis on work-life balance with favorable call schedules
• Potential for protected time for research and academic development
• Access to growing opportunities for grant funding
• Research startup funding is negotiable
• Supportive culture that values respect, collaboration, and professional growth
• Opportunity for variable compensation
• Dual employment with generous compensation package including relocation assistance.

We offer access to state-of-the-art treatment facilities, advanced radiation therapy technologies, and robust support from a highly skilled team of physicists and dosimetrists.

The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center—Nebraska's only NCI-designated cancer center with locations in the Omaha metropolitan area and Kearney Nebraska serving as the hub for our clinical, research, and education activities. Our expanding department includes twelve physicians, eleven physicists, and research faculty and research staff. We will have the only proton therapy capability in the state of Nebraska and the region. This includes Flash research capability.

We welcome applications from both experienced clinicians and recent graduates. The successful candidate must hold an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) and be board certified or board eligible in Radiation Oncology. Academic rank is consistent with qualifications.

Join Us:

Be part of a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research. We offer a collaborative environment with opportunities for leadership, innovation, and career advancement.

Specific questions may be directed at:

Charles Enke, MD, FASTRO, FACR
Professor & Chair
Department of Radiation Oncology
Ayager@nebraskamed.com

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must have a MD or DO degree with completion or near completion of a residency in ACGME accredited Radiation Oncology.

Supplemental Qualifications:

Evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals and success in extramural funding.

Salary Range: Salary Commensurate with Experience