Physicist
Apply NowCompany: Indiana University Health
Location: Indianapolis, IN 46227
Description:
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Indiana University School of Medicine and The IU Health Medical Group are embarking on an exciting new chapter of growth and innovation. We are seeking a dynamic leader to join us as the Director of Radiation Oncology Physics.
The Director will oversee the delivery of clinical physics services across all radiation oncology sites, ensuring excellence in patient care. Additionally, this individual will collaborate with the department Chair and faculty to shape and advance the department's research agenda in radiation oncology physics. Education is a cornerstone of our mission, and the Director will play a pivotal role in fostering collaboration with program directors for physics, medicine, and radiation therapy. As a key member of the department's strategic leadership team, the Director will help define the vision and goals for the entire department.
Key Responsibilities:
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are looking for an accomplished leader with:
Compensation and Rank: Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Community Description
Indianapolis, Indiana , the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:
Rewarding Physician and Advanced Provider employment opportunities await with Indiana University Health Physicians.
IU Health Physicians group, which employs over 2,200 physicians and advanced providers at more than 175 locations across the state, is one of the fastest-growing, comprehensive, multi-specialty practice groups in Indiana. IUHP also serves as the faculty practice plan of Indiana University School of Medicine , and brings together faculty physicians, IU Health-affiliated physicians and private practice physicians to give highly skilled doctors access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.
At IU Health, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued.
Indiana University Health National Recognition:
Indiana University Health, Indiana University Health Physicians and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.
Healthcare System/Hospital Description
IU Health Methodist Hospital is a regional healthcare leader through its commitment to excellence, accessibility and preeminence. Part of the IU Health Adult Academic Health Center, it is currently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the top hospital in the state of Indiana , with 13 procedures/conditions rated as high performing.
With 1,000 beds, IU Health Methodist Hospital is a large tertiary referral center with over 130 ICU beds. It serves as the largest trauma center in Indianapolis, as well as a highly subspecialized center for cardiovascular surgery, thoracic surgery, neurosurgery, lung transplantation, and neurocritical care.
IU Health is building a new downtown hospital and campus, which will consolidate operations of the adjacent IU Health Methodist and University Hospitals. Construction for the new hospital is well underway and set to open in late 2027. It will feature three 16-story towers with 864 beds. IU School of Medicine is also constructing a medical education and research building directly east of the new hospital.
The Director will oversee the delivery of clinical physics services across all radiation oncology sites, ensuring excellence in patient care. Additionally, this individual will collaborate with the department Chair and faculty to shape and advance the department's research agenda in radiation oncology physics. Education is a cornerstone of our mission, and the Director will play a pivotal role in fostering collaboration with program directors for physics, medicine, and radiation therapy. As a key member of the department's strategic leadership team, the Director will help define the vision and goals for the entire department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a multi-site clinical physics division with a focus on quality improvement and operational excellence.
- Drive innovation in research through independent and collaborative initiatives.
- Partner with senior health system leaders to develop a cohesive clinical physics strategy across IU Health facilities.
- Support the transition to state-of-the-art facilities, including commissioning and quality assurance for novel treatment delivery platforms at the new 800+ bed hospital in downtown Indianapolis.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are looking for an accomplished leader with:
- A doctoral degree in physics or a related discipline.
- Board certification in radiation oncology physics.
- Over 10 years of relevant experience, including prior leadership roles in an academic setting.
- A demonstrated track record of securing peer-reviewed extramural funding.
- A commitment to education, research, and advancing clinical excellence.
Compensation and Rank: Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Community Description
Indianapolis, Indiana , the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:
- Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
- Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
- Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
- Top ranked international airport: " Best Airport in North America " twelve consecutive years
- Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
- Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
- Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
- Home of the Colts ( NFL ), Fever ( WNBA ), Pacers ( NBA ), Indians ( MiLB ), Indianapolis 500 ( IndyCar ) and the nation's largest half marathon
- Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati
Rewarding Physician and Advanced Provider employment opportunities await with Indiana University Health Physicians.
IU Health Physicians group, which employs over 2,200 physicians and advanced providers at more than 175 locations across the state, is one of the fastest-growing, comprehensive, multi-specialty practice groups in Indiana. IUHP also serves as the faculty practice plan of Indiana University School of Medicine , and brings together faculty physicians, IU Health-affiliated physicians and private practice physicians to give highly skilled doctors access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.
At IU Health, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued.
Indiana University Health National Recognition:
- Ranked #1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report
- Riley Hospital for Children is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report , and is the only nationally ranked children's hospital in Indiana
- Preferred by consumers and referring physicians as the best health system overall in Indiana
Indiana University Health, Indiana University Health Physicians and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.
Healthcare System/Hospital Description
IU Health Methodist Hospital is a regional healthcare leader through its commitment to excellence, accessibility and preeminence. Part of the IU Health Adult Academic Health Center, it is currently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the top hospital in the state of Indiana , with 13 procedures/conditions rated as high performing.
With 1,000 beds, IU Health Methodist Hospital is a large tertiary referral center with over 130 ICU beds. It serves as the largest trauma center in Indianapolis, as well as a highly subspecialized center for cardiovascular surgery, thoracic surgery, neurosurgery, lung transplantation, and neurocritical care.
IU Health is building a new downtown hospital and campus, which will consolidate operations of the adjacent IU Health Methodist and University Hospitals. Construction for the new hospital is well underway and set to open in late 2027. It will feature three 16-story towers with 864 beds. IU School of Medicine is also constructing a medical education and research building directly east of the new hospital.