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The Division of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging at the University of Virginia seeks a full-time faculty member to support and expand our clinical and academic programs. This recruitment is intended to strengthen core clinical services while continuing to advance innovation in molecular imaging and radiopharmaceutical therapy. Applicants across a spectrum of academic profiles, from clinically focused faculty to clinician scientists, are encouraged to apply. The primary focus of this position is participation in a comprehensive clinical nuclear medicine and molecular imaging practice. Responsibilities will include interpretation of diagnostic nuclear medicine, PET CT, and hybrid imaging studies; participation in therapeutic radiopharmaceutical services and patient management; engagement in multidisciplinary conferences and direct collaboration with referring providers; call coverage within the division; and active participation in clinical operations, including workflow optimization, service line development, and program growth. The division is expanding its theranostics services, including structured clinical pathways for radiopharmaceutical therapy. Faculty members are expected to contribute to the continued development and delivery of these services. All faculty members are expected to contribute to the academic mission of the department through teaching of medical students, residents, fellows, and allied health staff. Scholarly activity is encouraged and may include clinical research, translational investigation, participation in clinical trials, quality improvement initiatives, or educational scholarship. For candidates with established research programs or strong potential for external funding, effort may be structured to support a more substantial research role.

The UVA Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging has nine divisions, ~60 full-time clinical faculty, 14 research faculty, 47 residents and 23 fellows/instructors working in a Level 1 Trauma Center with busy transplant and cardiovascular services and strong representation in all medical and surgical specialties. The Department strives to offer faculty members a positive, supportive and genuinely non-competitive professional community with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies as well as a dedicated marketing team. Our faculty are highly productive clinically and academically as well as very well respected, dynamic, educators. Many are leaders and innovators in their fields. The Department and its faculty and staff are committed to imbuing a culture of respect and inclusivity, and supporting efforts to improve work-life balance. We offer a competitive salary and benefits plan, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, a professional allotment and a sign-on bonus.

Charlottesville, Virginia, is consistently ranked by media outlets as one of the best places in the United States to live, work and raise a family. This vibrant and enlightened small city is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has excellent public and private schools, diverse housing options and exceptional food, beverage, music, and art scenes. The University of Virginia is a top-5 nationally ranked public university and is renowned as one of the most beautiful college campuses in America. The Atlantic Ocean, Washington D.C. and Shenandoah National Park are each a short drive away. Charlottesville is also served by its own regional airport and Amtrak service.

Qualified candidates must have an MD or equivalent degree, be eligible for Virginia State Medical Licensure, and be board-eligible or certified in Radiology (ABR) or Nuclear Medicine (ABNM). Demonstrated excellence in clinical practice is required. Experience in radiopharmaceutical therapy and multidisciplinary oncologic care is desirable. Candidates with experience in program development or leadership within theranostics are encouraged to apply.

This position will remain open until filled. Submit application and include CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references. For additional information about this position, please contact Nicole Vaughan at nsv3w@uvahealth.org or Dr. Mark Ahlman, Professor and Director of Nuclear Medicine, at vwg3be@uvahealth.org. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen and drug screen is required for this position prior to employment.

The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit dualcareer.virginia.edu.

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