How to Apply

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a current CV with bibliography and a cover letter to:  Venkatesh L. Murthy, MD, Director of Nuclear Cardiology, University of Michigan, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr., CVC Room 1338F, SPC 5873, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5873. E-mail: vlmurthy@med.umich.edu with copy to: bhoss@umich.edu.

Summary

The Divisions of Cardiovascular Medicine and Nuclear Medicine at the University of Michigan are seeking a candidate for a faculty position in nuclear cardiology / cardiac nuclear medicine. The University of Michigan has an internationally recognized program in this arena, including cutting-edge research and class-leading equipment. 

Responsibilities will include attending in the nuclear cardiology laboratory at the University of Michigan. Depending on training and background, additional clinical duties in cardiology, nuclear medicine, and/or radiology will be customized based on training and needs. Additional responsibilities will include teaching of fellows, residents, and medical students and supervision of exercise physiologists and nuclear medicine technologists.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate seeking to develop an academic and clinical career in nuclear cardiac imaging.  The candidate will be able to build on a foundation consisting of numerous landmark advances in nuclear cardiology developed at the University of Michigan, including: initial human studies in multiple radiotracers, development and validation of attenuation correction for cardiac imaging, and critical advances in inflammatory and perfusion PET imaging of the heart. There is a deep bench of potential mentors and collaborators across the institution.
 

The nuclear cardiology laboratory of the University of Michigan is an internationally-recognized, high-quality, high-volume facility with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Resources in nuclear medicine include multiple cyclotrons, radiochemistry facilities and staff for PET and SPECT tracer production, four PET/CT systems with the latest in solid state digital PET/CT dedicated for cardiac imaging in the Frankel Cardiovascular Center Nuclear Cardiology Laboratory. Additionally, multiple modern SPECT/CT scanners are also present.

Required Qualifications*

M.D. degree and be board certified or eligible in cardiology, nuclear medicine (ABNM) or diagnostic radiology (ABR) with nuclear medicine certificate of added qualification, and have comprehensive training in nuclear imaging of the heart. Candidates should have experience in stress testing, ECG interpretation, and management of stress-testing related complications. In addition, a proven track record and interest in cardiovascular imaging research is also desired.
 

Selected candidate will also hold (or have the ability to obtain) appropriate medical licenses for the State of Michigan. Preferred candidate will possess the critical elements of teaching (knowledge of subject matter, skill in presentation, enthusiastic approach, etc.).
 

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical missions, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons, and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. The University of Michigan is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Professor/Clinical Professor. The rank and faculty track of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

Vaccine Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.