Research Assistant/Associate Professor in Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation #RAD081

Description

The University of Chicago's Department of Radiology is searching for a Research Assistant Professor or Research Associate Professor to join the nuclear medicine and molecular imaging instrumentation laboratory in the Molecular Imaging and Theranostics (MI&T) group.

The MI&T group has a long history of developing novel imaging instruments and devices. The appointee will initially conduct academic research in collaboration with a faculty member or team, participating in one or more of the ongoing research projects on PET, SPECT and/or multi-modality imaging systems, but will be expected, over time, to develop their own independent research agenda and grant portfolio. Academic rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/.

Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must have: 1) a doctoral degree or equivalent in physical sciences, engineering, or related field and 2) completed postdoctoral training.

We especially welcome applicants with expertise and experience in radiation detection technologies, PET and/or SPECT instrumentation, as well as related physics and computing methodologies, and image-guided therapy applications. Assessment of applications will consider publication record, experience with collaborative research, track record, and potential to obtain extramural funding.

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago‚ Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/161536. Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and a cover letter. Review of applications ends when the position is filled.

For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp.

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