The Proton Therapy Center at Cincinnati Children’s is one of only about 45 centers in the country. Proton therapy is one of the most advanced technological developments in the field of radiation oncology. Proton therapy delivers tumor destroying doses of radiation while sparing more healthy tissues than conventional radiation, effectively reducing side effects for patients while minimizing risk of secondary cancer as a result of treatment. The proton therapy facility is supported by a multi-disciplinary group consisting of physicians, scientists, physicists, radiation therapists, nurses and other supporting clinical staff. To learn about proton therapy, please go to: Proton Therapy | Cincinnati Children's
The Medical Physics group at the proton therapy center is responsible for machine quality assurance, patient quality assurance, treatment planning, clinical support, and radiation safety, in addition to other facility supportive responsibilities. Furthermore, the Medical Physics group is integral to the ongoing research and development mission at the proton therapy center. The Proton Co-Op Student (PCOS) works alongside the Medical Physicists and Physics Assistants in support of the proton therapy center.
The Proton Co-Op Student primarily engages in three activities. First, the PCOS works alongside the Medical Physics group engaging in all tasks related to Quality Management Program of the Proton Therapy Center. Second, the PCOS supports a clinical or development projects, which is hands-on, practical and related to a goal of improving either the efficiency or efficacy of the proton therapy center. Third, the PCOS works with the Medical Physics and Therapy staffs to identify operational improvement opportunities and proposes and implements a solution. All of this work is under the supervision and at the instruction of the Medical Physics group.
Primary Responsibilities:
Working under the supervision and at the instruction of the Medical Physicists and Physics Assistants, assist in the collection of quality assurance and beam data. This includes, but is not limited to, machine and patient quality assurance data, translational research beam data, and other data-driven or measurement-driven projects/tasks. Participate in development projects and/or operational improvement projects, with special focus on improving or expanding clinical and technical practices or improving quality or efficiency of operations. Provide accurate record keeping, data analysis and documentation. Present findings and progress to Medical Physicists and Physics Assistants.
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Education:
Student pursuing a Bachelor’s in Engineering or STEM related field
Years of Experience:
No experience required.
Required Skills and Knowledge:
Motivated work ethic; detail-oriented and systematic in thought and approach;
exemplary documentation and communication skills; strong or advanced skills in
Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel; hands-on skills, such as setting up,
using and tearing down equipment, with special consideration given to
experience with detectors, particularly radiation detectors; experience with
computer languages, for example MATLAB or Python, is considered.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Required...Must be currently enrolled in a degree granting college program.
• Preferred... Student pursuing a Bachelor’s in Engineering or STEM related field   

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At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

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• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

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