Medical Director Proton Therapy Program, Durham, NC - Duke Radiation Oncology
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Durham, NC · Posted August 14, 2026
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About the job
Join Duke Radiology Proton Therapy Program The Duke University Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking a Radiation Oncologist for a Medical Director role to focus on Proton Therapy at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC.
Medical Director responsibilities include, but are not limited to
Establish protocols for the yet-to-be-opened Proton Center.
Develop proton clinical protocols.
Oversee the training of staff Radiation Oncologists.
Support clinical research.
Engage the surrounding medical community.
Maintain highest standards.
Keep abreast of the latest treatment indications for the delivery of proton therapy for our patients.
Understand and monitor the changing reimbursement landscape.
Includes multi-disciplinary clinics, tumor boards, and research initiatives.
Ideal candidates
Highly motivated individuals are sought to develop their professional careers within the Duke University Department of Radiation Oncology and the Duke Cancer Institute.
Clinically and academically oriented.
Experienced candidates encouraged to apply.
Duke Health offers a robust compensation plan that rewards clinical productivity and academic excellence. Salary and faculty title will be commensurate with training and experience, and the focus of the role. Faculty members enjoy Duke benefits, including retirement planning, health insurance, CME, relocation, and college tuition assistance for dependent children.
The Triangle area of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill is a growing region where two million residents experience diverse opportunities to grow their careers and enjoy life. From urban to suburban and rural family settings, the Triangle area has options for every lifestyle. Learn more about the Triangle
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
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