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Posted 31 July, 2026

Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology Physics

Trinity Health
Maywood, IL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is currently looking for a dedicated Medical Physicist to become part of the vibrant faculty within the Department of Radiation Oncology at our main campus. This is a full-time faculty role, with academic rank and salary aligned with the candidate's experience and qualifications.

The selected individual will join a team of nine medical physicists who manage clinical responsibilities across our network, focusing on areas such as brachytherapy, SRS/SBRT, TBI, and quality assurance. The ideal applicant will possess Board Certification (or be Board Eligible) and hold a PhD in Medical Physics or a related discipline, along with a robust clinical background in Radiation Oncology Physics.

This position presents a fantastic opportunity to enhance clinical excellence, engage in education, and pursue independent research within a flourishing academic setting.

Qualifications for the Ideal Candidate:

  • Board Certified (or Board Eligible) with a PhD in Medical Physics or a related field.
  • Strong clinical experience in Radiation Oncology Physics.
  • Exceptional communication abilities, problem-solving skills, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Dedication to teaching physics to medical residents, medical physics residents, and graduate students at the MS level.
  • Ability to develop independent research initiatives.

Our Radiation Oncology Department is equipped with advanced treatment technologies and a wide array of clinical and academic resources:

  • State-of-the-Art Technology: 3 Varian TrueBeams, 1 Varian Edge, 1 Varian Ethos, 3 CT simulators, Aria/Eclipse/Ethos systems, Elekta Flexitron, Zeiss Intrabeam.
  • Comprehensive Services: SRS, SBRT, HDR, TBI, IORT, hyperthermia, and Online Adaptive RT.
  • Dynamic Team: 6 faculty physicists, 3 clinical physicists, 1 physicist-scientist, 6 dosimetrists, and 2 medical physics residents.
  • Academic Excellence: A strong research environment that fosters collaboration, mentorship, and innovation.

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:

  • Starting compensation ranging from $159,000 to $985,945.
  • Salary determined by academic rank and experience.
  • Excellent Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off Days.
  • Coverage for malpractice, including post-employment tail coverage.
  • Reimbursement for relocation expenses (in accordance with IRS guidelines).
  • CME Days and Allowance.
  • Additional benefits from our organization or VA (if applicable).

We encourage interested candidates to submit a cover letter and CV to our Physician Recruitment Office, as well as apply online.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status, and will not face discrimination based on disability.