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):

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