Physician or Physician Scientist - Cardiovascular Medicine, Program Director, Cardiac CT (Open Rank/Track Faculty)
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Job Title: Physician or Physician Scientist - Cardiovascular Medicine, Program Director, Cardiac CT (Open Rank/Track Faculty) Department: The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek an academic cardiovascular imaging physician to join the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Advanced Imaging Section as the Program Director for Cardiac CT.
Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.
Position Overview The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine is seeking a board-certified/ board-eligible Cardiovascular Medicine Imaging physician/physician scientist to join an elite team of academic physicians at the assistant, associate, or full professor rank.
The successful candidate will focus on expanding both coronary and structural imaging to support a robust inpatient and outpatient imaging services in a world-class facility at the Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
The Ohio State University Division of Cardiovascular Medicine is setting new standards for advanced heart and vascular care through our internationally and nationally recognized experts of more than 60 cardiology and vascular medicine specialists.
We offer heart and vascular patients some of the most exciting and innovative technologies, treatments, and clinical trials, many of which are only available at Ohio State.
The majority of our faculty are principal investigators on a variety of research projects in both the basic, translational, and clinical research settings.
Requirements - Board Eligible/Certified - Successful completion of a US accredited cardiology fellowship - Eligible for an Ohio License - Clinical or Translational Research experience preferred - Qualify for an academic appointment at The Ohio State University – Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with previous training and experience The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, comprised of over 60 cardiologists with focus areas to include: general cardiology, interventional, electrophysiology, adult congenital heart disease, heart failure, heart transplantation, mechanical circulatory assist, pulmonary vascular disease, women’s cardiovascular disease, cardiac MRI/CT, and cardio-oncology. The Division is affiliated with the Ross Heart Hospital, which ranked as “Best Hospital” in the top 50 in the nation as reported by US News and World Report. In addition to the 60 cardiologists, there are six fellowship programs: core cardiovascular medicine fellowship, interventional cardiology fellowship, electrophysiology fellowship, heart failure and cardiac transplant fellowship, adult congenital heart disease fellowship, and cardiovascular diagnostic imaging fellowship. The division provides services in over 12 counties in Ohio and Kentucky Faculty Defined Clinical faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with titles of assistant professor-clinical, associate professor-clinical and professor-clinical. These faculty will have earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD), doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field. Clinical faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of three to five years. They may be reappointed to successive terms. Their principal career focus is the delivery of exemplary clinical care, and may include teaching, and/or research. Tenure-Track faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD), Doctor of Medicine (MD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Their primary career focus centers on research, service, and teaching. Tenure-track faculty with MD or MD/PhD degrees may also be involved in clinical care. Research Faculty (regardless of rank) - Persons with the titles of research assistant professor, research associate professor, or research professor. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Research faculty members are not eligible for tenure and are appointed for terms of one to five years. Their principal career focus is research. The Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute (DHLRI) Created over 2 decades ago to foster an integrated program encompassing fundamental research, education, and preventive efforts in heart and lung diseases the DHLRI is a critical partner with the division to drive fundamental discovery. The physical plant is comprised of >220,000 sq ft of research space over 6 different research building supporting >800 faculty, trainees and staff throughout the OSU Medical Center campus. Faculty in the Institute study integrated aspects of cardiopulmonary function including heart failure & arrhythmia, ischemic injury and repair, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, acute lung injury, environmental factors for cardiopulmonary disease, integrated aspects of metabolic disease, adipose tissue biology, genetic basis of human disease, and advanced therapeutics. The Ohio State University College of Medicine The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Recognized as a Tier 1 school for research in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report “Best Medical Schools” list, it ranks among the top 16 medical schools for research in the nation. It also remains in Tier 2 for primary care, further demonstrating its strength across the academic spectrum. Known for its innovative curriculum, cutting-edge research, and excellence in clinical care through The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, the college continues to advance its mission of education, discovery and community impact. With more than 2,700 faculty across 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments, and the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State is shaping the future of academic medicine - locally, nationally and globally. The Wexner Medical Center The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we're proud to be celebrating our 33rd consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has 9 nationally ranked specialties out of 15 and four selected as high performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high performing in 17 out of 22 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, arrhythmia, COPD, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, gynecological cancer surgery, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pacemaker implantation, pneumonia, prostate cancer, spinal fusion, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Our new hospital tower, scheduled to open in 2026, is the largest single facilities project ever undertaken at Ohio State. It’s designed to enhance a unified Ohio State Wexner Medical Center campus providing world-class patient care, leading-edge research and outstanding clinical training.
- 820 large, private rooms to elevate patient-centered care, nearly doubling the number of beds we have today
- Enhanced connections between the new inpatient hospital and the OSUCCC – James
- More than half an acre of terrace space and a quarter acre of green space for a small park
- 148 additional beds for patients of the OSUCCC – James
- 51 neonatal intensive care unit bassinets
- State-of-the-art diagnostic, treatment and inpatient service areas; imaging; operating rooms; and critical care and medical/surgical beds The University Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow. The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (
Key Responsibilities
The Program Director for Cardiac CT will lead and expand coronary and structural imaging services at the Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital. The role involves delivering exemplary clinical care while contributing to research and teaching within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine.
Requirements
Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible with successful completion of a US-accredited cardiology fellowship. Applicants must also qualify for an academic appointment at The Ohio State University and be eligible for an Ohio medical license.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Cardiology — Physician Career Context
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