NUCLEAR MEDICINE RADIOLOGIST

Classification Title:

Nuclear Medicine Radiologist

Classification Minimum Requirements:

At the time of application, candidates much:

• Hold an M.D. or D.O. degree
• Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiology
• Completion of a Nuclear Medicine fellowship

Be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Florida prior to employment

Job Description:

The Department of Radiology at the University of Florida is recruiting a nuclear medicine radiologist at the rank of Clinical Assistant, Associate, or Professor for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position. Primary clinical responsibilities will be based at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida.

This position will provide comprehensive coverage in nuclear medicine within a high-volume academic and tertiary care environment at UF Health Shands, featuring nationally ranked subspecialty programs, a comprehensive children’s hospital, and a Level 1 Trauma Center. UF Health is a premier National Medical Center for Team USA and the only NCI-designed cancer center at a public university in the state of Florida. This role offers the opportunity to practice high-quality, patient-centered radiology in a collaborative academic setting while benefiting from flexible scheduling and strong institutional support for teaching, research, and professional development. Faculty enjoy working with a strong residency program and an excellent referral base.

Responsibilities include

• Interpret a broad range of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging studies, including PET/CT, SPECT/CT, and general nuclear medicine examinations
• Supervise and perform diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, including radiopharmaceutical therapies
• Collaborate with oncology, cardiology, neurology, and other clinical services to support multidisciplinary patient care
• Participate in protocol development, quality assurance, and radiation safety initiatives within the nuclear medicine division
• Teach and mentor radiology residents, fellows, and medical students through case readouts, conferences, and formal educational activities
• Engagement in scholarly and academic activities

Gainesville is a vibrant, affordable community that offers an exceptional quality of life, combining the energy of a major academic center with the charm of a college town. Residents enjoy year-round warm weather, reasonable housing costs, minimal traffic congestion, and a dynamic university atmosphere.

Located in North Central Florida, Gainesville provides convenient access to both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, multiple international airports, world-renowned beaches and major metropolitan areas including Orlando, Tampa and Jacksonville. With a metropolitan population of approximately 350,000, the region is anchored by the University of Florida - one of the nation’s leading public universities - and a prominent Division 1 athletic program.

The area offers excellent schools, a growing technology sector, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. As a leading academic institution and health system in the Southeast, the University of Florida fosters a strong and supportive environment for clinical care, education, and research.

Benefits

Faculty receive a comprehensive benefits package through the University of Florida, including:

• Health, disability, and life insurance
• Malpractice coverage (including tail) and sovereign immunity under Florida law
• Paid continuing medical education (CME) and faculty development funding
• Reimbursement for licensure and Maintenance of Certification (MOC) expenses
• Access to leadership development and advanced training through the College of Medicine

Expected Salary:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, academic rank, and clinical expertise. The University of Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Required Qualifications:

At the time of application, candidates much:

• Hold an M.D. or D.O. degree
• Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiology
• Completion of a Nuclear Medicine fellowship
• Be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Florida prior to employment

Preferred:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Qualified applicants should submit a CV and cover letter for consideration.

Final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an institution outside the U.S. must be evaluated by a credentialing service approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES): http://naces.org/.

The Search Committee will accept applications until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis by the committee.

Health Assessment Required:

Yes