Heersink School of Medicine-Clinical Faculty (Open Rank/Open Tenure) - Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics Fully Remote, Hybrid, and/or In-Person Opportunity - F2937P

School/College: School of Medicine

Assignment Category
Full-Time

Rank: Open Rank

Tenure Status: Open Tenure

Payroll Status: Faculty 12

Job Description

Clinical Faculty (Open Rank/Open Tenure) - Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics

Fully Remote, Hybrid, and/or In-Person Opportunity

The Department of Radiology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a nuclear medicine physician to join the Division of Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics (MI&T). This is an open-rank, open-tenure faculty opportunity with flexibility for an in-person, hybrid, or fully remote work arrangement. An in-person or hybrid appointment is preferred; however, a fully remote arrangement may be considered for an appropriate candidate, with a home workstation provided.

This position offers the opportunity to join a nationally recognized academic radiology department and contribute to a comprehensive nuclear medicine and theranostics program within an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. Faculty will have opportunities to participate in clinical care, trainee education, research, multidisciplinary collaboration, and clinical innovation.

The successful candidate will hold an MD or MD/PhD and have a strong background in clinical nuclear medicine.

About UAB Radiology

The UAB Department of Radiology is a large, multidisciplinary academic department with robust clinical, educational, and research programs. The department includes:

• 105 faculty members, including 19 physicists and PhD researchers
• 57 residents across diagnostic radiology, integrated and independent interventional radiology, and nuclear medicine
• A well-established molecular imaging research program
• Opportunities to participate in investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored diagnostic and theranostic clinical trials

Division of Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics

The Division of Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics comprises seven full-time and part-time clinical faculty members and provides the full scope of diagnostic nuclear medicine services and radiopharmaceutical therapies. The division offers an environment for collaboration across clinical care, research, education, and radiopharmaceutical development, with opportunities to contribute to the continued growth of UAB's nuclear medicine and theranostics programs.

Clinical & Research Resources

UAB Radiology provides access to state-of-the-art clinical and research infrastructure, including:

• GE time-of-flight PET/MRI
• GE Omni digital PET/CT
• GE StarGuide SPECT/CT
• TR24 cyclotron and radiopharmacy
• Preclinical PET/CT, MRI, SPECT, and bioluminescence imaging capabilities

Faculty will also have opportunities to collaborate with investigators across UAB and participate in diagnostic and theranostic clinical research, including both investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored clinical trials.

Clinical, Academic & Research Opportunities

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the clinical mission of the Division of Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics and will have opportunities to:

• Provide high-quality clinical nuclear medicine services
• Participate in radiopharmaceutical therapy and theranostics
• Teach and mentor residents, fellows, and other trainees
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams
• Participate in and develop clinical research and clinical trials
• Contribute to investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored diagnostic and theranostic research
• Engage in academic activities consistent with the candidate's interests and career goals
• Contribute to the continued growth and innovation of UAB's molecular imaging and therapeutics programs

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• MD or MD/PhD degree
• Completion of appropriate nuclear medicine training
• Board certification or eligibility through one of the following:
  • American Board of Nuclear Medicine (ABNM)
  • American Board of Radiology (ABR) Nuclear Radiology certificate
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Alabama

Preferred Qualifications

• Dual ABNM and ABR certification or eligibility
• Interest or experience in radiopharmaceutical therapy and theranostics
• Interest in clinical research and academic collaboration
• Commitment to teaching and trainee education

Work Arrangement

UAB is open to in-person, hybrid, and fully remote work arrangements for this position. An in-person or hybrid arrangement is preferred; however, a fully remote appointment may be considered for an appropriate candidate.

For hybrid/remote faculty, a home workstation will be provided. Fully remote appointments are not eligible for tenure-track consideration. Approval of remote work arrangements is contingent upon the candidate's location, licensure requirements, and other institutional and departmental considerations.

Academic Rank, Compensation & Tenure

Academic rank, competitive compensation, and tenure eligibility will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Compensation, Benefits & Faculty Support

UAB/HSF offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time and part-time faculty. Benefits may include:

Base salary range

• $392,000-$453,000

• Retirement

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with matching contributions
• State Teachers' Retirement System
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

• Health & WellnessMedical, dental, and vision insurance

• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Supplemental insurance plans through UNUM

• Life & Disability Coverage

• Group term life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Group long-term disability coverage
• Death benefit

• Additional Benefits

• Educational assistance
• Other benefits available in accordance with UAB policies and eligibility requirements

• Full-time faculty receive paid time off in accordance with UAB and departmental policies, including:

• 22 vacation days
• 3 personal holidays
• 22 professional development days
• 10 sick days

Visa & Immigration Support

• UAB provides immigration support for eligible international faculty, including H-1B visa sponsorship support and J-1 waiver assistance, subject to availability.

The $7.5 billion UAB Health System comprises the patient-care activities of the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine and more than 3,100 licensed beds in a system of 16 owned, affiliate and network entities across the state. This includes UAB Hospital, which is the 5th largest in the nation, which is home to the state's only Level I trauma center (now undergoing a $73 million expansion) and is consistently named by U.S. News & World Report as the top hospital in Alabama, with seven specialties currently in the top 50 nationally. UABHS encompasses the largest multi-specialty group of health care professionals in Alabama serving patients from every state in the nation and many countries around the world; UAB Callahan Eye, the only specialty eye hospital in Alabama and one of only a few in the world entirely dedicated to advancements in ophthalmology; and Viva Health which serve more than 78,500 Alabamians through Medicare or employer-sponsored health plans. In 2024, UAB acquired the Ascension St. Vincent's Health System, adding 5 hospitals and 19 ambulatory facilities to meet the healthcare needs of Alabamians. UABHS is committed to providing more than $250 million in world-class charity care. UAB is advancing innovative discoveries for better health as a three-time recipient of the prestigious Center for Translational Science Award.

Information requests should be sent to Ashlea Franco at ashleafranco@uabmc.edu For additional information about our department, please visit our website at www.uab.edu/medicine/radiology/.

Required Qualifications

MD or MD/PhD degree

Completion of appropriate nuclear medicine training

Board certification or eligibility through one of the following:

American Board of Nuclear Medicine (ABNM)

American Board of Radiology (ABR) Nuclear Radiology certificate

Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Alabama

Preferred Qualifications

Dual ABNM and ABR certification or eligibility

Interest or experience in radiopharmaceutical therapy and theranostics

Interest in clinical research and academic collaboration

Commitment to teaching and trainee education

Open Date: 10/16/2026

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