Faculty Position – Nuclear Medicine Radiologist (Academic or Clinician Track) No call!

No Place To Be; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous time off

Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Employee wellbeing program

Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution

Job summary

A major academic institution in Minneapolis is seeking a full-time faculty member for its Nuclear Medicine division. Responsibilities include clinical, education, and research in Nuclear Medicine. Candidates must have an MD or DO degree, board certification in nuclear medicine, and expertise in nuclear imaging and therapies. The starting salary is competitively set at $55,000, with benefits including paid holidays, generous time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Dedicated training in nuclear medicine including board certification by ABNM and/or ABR/NR.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Minnesota.
• Expertise in all aspects of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, educational, and research experience in Nuclear Medicine.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows in an academic setting.

Skills

Nuclear medicine imaging interpretation

F18 FDG PET-CT interpretation

Nuclear cardiology imaging

Lu-177 Dotatate and PSMA therapies

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

About the Job

The University of Minnesota Department of Radiology is searching for a full‑time faculty member to add to our Nuclear Medicine division. Responsibilities will include clinical, education, and research experience in all aspects of Nuclear Medicine. Clinically, experience is required in general nuclear medicine imaging interpretation, F18 FDG PET‑CT, Dotatate and PSMA PET‑CT interpretation, high‑ and low‑dose I‑131 therapies. Experience with nuclear cardiology imaging, Lu‑177 Dotatate, Lu‑177 PSMA and Y‑90 therapies is preferred. Educational responsibilities include teaching medical students, residents, and fellows at all levels within a large academic center, and faculty members have opportunities to develop research and clinical interests in collaboration within the Department of Radiology and with investigators outside the Department.

Benefits to Working in the Department

• No call duty is required for the nuclear medicine faculty.
• All faculty are provided workstations at home, allowing them to work remotely within Minnesota.
• The J1 waiver process is supported for applicants who may need it; waivers are available for 2026, applications must be received by June 30, 2025.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Dedicated training in nuclear medicine including board certification by ABNM and/or ABR/NR, and status as an Authorized User of Radioisotopes.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Minnesota.
• Expertise in all aspects of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, including therapies and procedures from clinical and scientific perspectives.

Preferred

• ABR Diagnostic Radiology Certification and additional experience in Body Imaging and/or Neuroradiology.

The start date is negotiable, and the position will remain open until filled. Both clinically focused and academic track applicants will be considered. Academic rank, compensation, and appointment type will be based on qualifications and experience.

Pay and Benefits

This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota depends upon academic effort of the person hired and begins at $55,000. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Applicants should complete this application and also an application for a position with the University of Minnesota Physicians.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off.
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans.
• Health‑care and dependent‑care flexible spending accounts.
• University HSA contributions.
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance.
• Employee wellbeing program.
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity.
• Financial counseling services.
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost.
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.