Oncological Nuclear Radiologist - Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Oncological Nuclear Radiologist to join their esteemed institution. This role offers the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge cancer imaging research and contribute to clinical trials that shape the future of oncology. The successful candidate will work alongside a multidisciplinary team, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities to perform qualitative and quantitative image analyses. If you have a passion for improving patient outcomes through innovative imaging techniques and a commitment to academic excellence, this position provides a unique platform to make a significant impact in the field of cancer treatment and research.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology with competency in Nuclear Radiology.
• Experience in cancer-focused imaging research and funded projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform image analyses for cancer therapy clinical trials using imaging response criteria.
• Develop and execute imaging trials and research proposals for cancer treatments.

Skills

Diagnostic Radiology

Nuclear Radiology

Imaging Response Criteria

Clinical Trials

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Experience

Education

Board Certification in Diagnostic Radiology

Special Competency in Nuclear Radiology

Tools

MRI

CT

PET-CT Scanners

SPECT/CT

Job description

Oncological Nuclear Radiologist - Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative image analyses for cancer therapy clinical trials using imaging response criteria (e.g., RECIST 1.1, Cheson, PCWG3, irRECIST, IRRC, EORTC, PERCIST);
• Develop and execute investigator-initiated imaging trials and research proposals;
• Oversee Investigational New Drug (IND) applications for imaging agents;
• Support clinical trials involving investigational therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals as an Authorized User;
• Participate in Cancer Treatment Planning Conferences for multidisciplinary disease groups.

Qualifications

The qualifications include:

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Diagnostic Radiology with special competency in Nuclear Radiology;
• Demonstrated academic interest and research productivity;
• Experience in investigational cancer-focused imaging research and extramurally funded projects is desirable;
• Outstanding clinical and interpersonal skills;
• Prior leadership experience is desired.

Facilities and Institution

The Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) and the Huntsman Cancer Hospital (HCH) provide state-of-the-art facilities on the University of Utah medical campus. HCI/HCH is an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center equipped with extensive imaging resources, including MRI, CT, intraoperative MRI, research and clinical PET-CT scanners, and preclinical imaging tools like small animal PET-MRI and SPECT/CT. The role includes integration into CQCI activities and involvement in regulatory aspects of investigative imaging agents.

Application Process

Please submit your application online at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/174643

Contact Information

For further inquiries, contact:
Jeffrey T. Yap, Ph.D.
Director, Center for Quantitative Cancer Imaging
Huntsman Cancer Institute
University of Utah Department of Radiology & Imaging Sciences
Email: [e-mail]

Satoshi Minoshima, MD, PhD
Anne G. Osborn Chair and Professor
Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences
Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.