Thoracic Imaging - Academic Clinician - Junior Rank

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution seeks an Assistant Professor in thoracic imaging within the Department of Radiology. The role includes clinical supervision of residents and fellow lectures, along with interpreting chest imaging and optional participation in cardiovascular CT practice. Qualified candidates must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D., possess ABR certification, and have training in Cardiothoracic Radiology. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable medical education institution in Philadelphia.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
• American Board of Radiology certification or eligibility required.
• Sub-specialty training in Cardiothoracic Radiology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Daily clinical supervision of residents and fellows.
• Lecturing to medical students and trainees.
• Interpreting chest radiographs, thoracic CT, and MRI.
• Share after-hours and weekend coverage as needed.

Skills

Expertise in thoracic imaging

American Board of Radiology certification

Sub-specialty training in Cardiothoracic Radiology

Education

M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Tools

Chest radiographs

Thoracic CT

Thoracic MRI

Job description

The Department of Radiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Expertise is required in the specific area of thoracic imaging. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Applicants must be American Board of Radiology certified or eligible with sub-specialty training in Cardiothoracic Radiology.

Teaching responsibilities may include daily clinical supervision of residents and cardiothoracic imaging fellows and lecturing to medical students, radiology residents, fellows, and trainees from other departments.

Clinical responsibilities may include interpretation of chest radiographs, thoracic CT, and thoracic MRI. Performance of thoracic needle biopsies is preferred. There is an option to participate in the cardiovascular CT and MRI clinical practice. The successful candidate will also participate in shared after-hours and weekend coverage.

Penn Radiology provides clinical services at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Pennsylvania Hospital, the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and affiliated outpatient imaging centers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.