Academic nuclear medicine radiology faculty position at UPMC Presbyterian

Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor NT (Full-Time)

Nuclear Medicine Division

Our organization is seeking applications for a faculty position in nuclear medicine. The Nuclear Medicine Division offers a comprehensive array of clinical and research activities, supported by cutting-edge facilities and a team of highly skilled faculty dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care, education, and research opportunities. This division provides extensive diagnostic and radiopharmaceutical therapy services to five primary hospitals in Pittsburgh, including the Hillman Cancer Center, along with additional imaging services across the UPMC network.

Key Responsibilities

• The role will involve a combination of clinical, educational, and academic duties.
• We are particularly interested in candidates with a focus on academic and clinical nuclear medicine, especially those with expertise in PET CT and theranostics.
• This position will be located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

About Our Organization and the Radiology Department

• We are a $30 billion healthcare provider and insurer based in Pittsburgh, employing 100,000 individuals, including 5,000 physicians, and operating over 40 hospitals and more than 800 outpatient sites.
• As a non-profit health system, we are recognized as one of the largest academic radiology programs in the nation.
• Our organization is a leader in the research and development of instrumentation and radiotracers.
• The first PET/CT scanner was developed here, and we have over 100 radiolabeled compounds available for both human and animal applications, including Pittsburgh Compound B (PiB).
• Our facilities feature state-of-the-art whole-body scanners, including the quadra@, along with multiple PET/CT and SPECT/CT scanners throughout the network.
• The division handles a significant volume of both oncologic and non-oncologic nuclear medicine imaging, neuroimaging, and PET CT imaging.
• We also provide a substantial amount of radionuclide therapies, including Pluvicto and Lutathera, as well as non-FDA approved therapies through clinical trials.
• Dedicated didactic and clinical instruction is offered to trainees in our ACGME-accredited Diagnostic Radiology residency program and a specialized PET/CT fellowship.

What We Provide

• Assistance with relocation costs.
• A signing bonus.
• A competitive compensation package (starting at $480k+, based on rank) along with productivity incentives.
• Paid time off.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and designated CME days.
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage at no cost.
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability, group life insurance, tuition assistance for yourself and dependents, a 403(b) retirement plan with a 50% employer match, and an employer-funded pension plan.
• Paid parental leave.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

About the Community

• Pittsburgh is a dynamic mid-sized city that retains the charm of a small town. Situated in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania, it offers a rich blend of urban culture, historical sites, diverse neighborhoods, a lively nightlife, scenic countryside, and the iconic three rivers.
• The city is home to numerous cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and the National Aviary, along with a vibrant cultural district.
• Pittsburgh boasts major league sports teams such as the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates.
• It is recognized as a leader in fields such as medicine, education, healthcare, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• The city consistently ranks among the best places for families in the U.S., known for its affordability, livability, and safety.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity through initiatives that promote inclusion, such as Employee Resource Groups and other programs aimed at supporting a diverse workforce.