PET/Nuclear Medicine Technologist

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a PET/Nuclear Medicine Technologist for BRIC in North Carolina. The role supports MRI, MR/PET and PET/CT imaging services with a focus on research subjects and clinical patients of all ages.

Responsibilities include ensuring subject safety, operating imaging equipment, and maintaining accurate scheduling, safety SOPs, and time usage for billing. This is a 40-hour per week, temporary position with shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years of medical diagnostics experience.
• Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licenses.
• Training and certification in MRI/CT/Nuclear Medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI, MR/PET, PET/CT studies with/without radioactive nuclides.
• Manage scheduling, safety SOPs, and machine time logging for billing.
• Care for research subjects and clinical patients across all ages.

Skills

MRI/CT/Nuclear Medicine certification

Imaging research experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of medical diagnostics experience

Job description

Posting Information

Department Biomedical Res Imaging Ctr - 426001

Career Area Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

Posting Open Date 10/15/2026

Application Deadline 10/26/2026

Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title PET/Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Position Number 20073212

Vacancy ID S028158

Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week 40

Work Schedule PRN , shifts on an as-needed basis

Position Location North Carolina, US

Hiring Range $37.08 per hour

Estimated Duration of Appointment 1 to 6 months

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

Primary purpose of the position is to facilitate MRI , MR/ PET and PET /CT imaging services for the BRIC utilizing technical and administrative expertise. Technical areas of responsibility include providing for the safety of research subjects during research studies, and conducting MRI , MR/ PET , PET /CT, and CT studies with and without the use of radioactive nuclides. Administrative areas of responsibility include ensuring proper use of the scheduling system for imaging research services, adherence to safety standards and SOPs, logging accurate machine time usage for billing purposes and managing relationships with multiple investigators. This work involves caring for research subjects and clinical patients of all ages, and levels of health. This includes children as young as 2 weeks of age and spanning adulthood. Applicants will working with subjects/patients of all ages, and people ranging from the very healthy to those who are very ill and toward the end of life.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in medical diagnostics; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licenses.

Management Preferences

• Training, experience and certification in high field MRI (3T and 7T), Nuclear Medicine/Positron Emission Tomography ( PET ), or diagnostic Computed Tomography (CT) and MIMvista software
• Working knowledge of and experience in imaging research is preferred

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Not Applicable.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.