Vice President Cyclotron Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Department of Radiology, a clinical department of the School of Medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), invites applications from highly qualified individuals with strong imaging-related and radiochemistry research interests for tenure-earning and tenured positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, and full Professor, based on experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should hold a PhD and demonstrate a collaborative and leadership mindset. Applicants are expected to have a strong research vision, mentor trainees, and will support their program with NIH and other federal, foundation and/or industry support.

UAB Radiology has a rapidly expanding research program with strengths in molecular imaging and therapeutics, and robust infrastructure including TR24 cyclotron, GE TOF PET/MRI, GE Omni 32 PET/CT, and small animal PET/CT, SPECT/CT, MRI and other modalities. The department continues to invest strategically in imaging infrastructure to support the growth of its clinical, research, and translational programs. Current initiatives include finalizing agreements for the Omni Legend 128 and Omni Legend 24 cardiac PET systems, as well as the recent acquisition of the StarGuide SPECT/CT system. These investments enhance imaging capabilities, increase operational capacity, and strengthen the department’s position as a leader in advanced molecular imaging.

• Provide scientific and strategic leadership for UAB’s cyclotron facility and radiopharmaceutical production programs, supporting basic, translational, and clinical research across the institution.
• Oversee radiochemistry operations, radiopharmaceutical development and production, regulatory compliance, facility personnel, and infrastructure planning.
• Develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program focused on imaging and radiochemistry.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to teaching excellence at the graduate levels.
• Engage in service activities to the University and the profession.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the School of Medicine, School of Engineering, UAB College of Arts and Sciences, UAB Hospital, O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center, Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, and the American Parkinson Disease Association Center for Advanced Research.

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in chemistry, physics, biology, engineering, or a related field.
• Nationally recognized research record in imaging, radiochemistry, or related disciplines.
• Outstanding vision for independent research and experience securing extramural funding.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience operating a cyclotron and radiopharmaceutical production.
• Track record of securing NIH or other federal, foundation, and industry funding.
• Experience in regulatory compliance and quality assurance for radiopharmaceuticals.
• Prior leadership roles in academic or research settings.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (including education, employment, and citizenship status)
• Research Statement
• References (at least four with contact information)

Applications will continue to be reviewed until the positions are filled. The deadline for submission is September 1, 2026. A pre‑employment background investigation will be performed on selected candidates.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity or national origin, sex, genetic information, age, disability or veteran status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.