Breast Imaging Section Chief - Associate or Full Professor

Breast Imaging Section Chief - Associate or Full Professor

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The University of Utah Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences currently invites applications from qualified candidates for the role of Section Chief in the Breast Imaging Section. This pivotal position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of breast imaging by assuming a leadership role and cultivating a collaborative environment that fosters both clinical and academic growth within the Breast Imaging section. The successful candidate will undertake a range of responsibilities, including overseeing clinical service lines, ensuring the delivery of exceptional clinical services working with other breast care providers in our comprehensive cancer care center, pursuing, and capitalizing on research opportunities, supporting educational initiatives for residents and fellows, actively participating in quality improvement and value initiatives, and providing support to section members as they strive for excellence in their clinical, research, and educational pursuits. This appointment will be at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, with the potential consideration for a departmental leadership position based on the candidate's prior experience.
Qualifications:
The candidate should be ABR board certified and breast imaging fellowship (or equivalent)-trained in all aspects of clinical breast imaging. A current appointment as Assistant Professor or at a higher rank and experience in breast imaging practice for minimum 5 years are required. The ideal candidate should possess comprehensive experience in all aspects of breast imaging practice including biopsy and MRI. Outstanding clinical and interpersonal skills are a prerequisite. The candidate should have a strong academic interest and prior evidence of educational leadership and/or research productivity. Prior experience in operational leadership is desired.

Facilities:
You will work in state-of-the-art facilities that support a robust clinical, educational, and research environment. These include:

• The breast imaging section provides clinical services at the University Hospital and Huntsman Cancer Hospital, an NCI-designated premier cancer center, and multiple outpatient centers throughout the Wasatch front. Clinical services are based at the Kathryn F. Kirk Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care and Women's Cancers, a world-class facility dedicated to women's health within our regional NCCN designated regional cancer center and several outpatient centers.
• Advanced imaging modalities, including 100% tomosynthesis mammography fleet, tomosynthesis-guided biopsy systems, MRI-guided interventions, dedicated breast ultrasound units and potential for abbreviated breast MRI and contrast-enhanced mammography (the latter currently used as investigational device).
• Opportunities for cutting-edge research collaborations, including the Utah Center for Advanced Imaging Research (UCAIR), which provides access to expertise in imaging sciences, physics, engineering, and more.
• Collaboration on ongoing innovations such as MR-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for breast cancer treatment.

Our health system also offers extensive imaging resources, including multiple MRI scanners, digital PET-CT scanners, and SPECT-CT scanners. Pre-clinical imaging resources, such as micro PET-MRI, micro SPECT-CT, micro PET, and 7T MRI, are available at the Huntsman Cancer Institute and the main campus. Furthermore, the department has multiple 3T MRI scanners dedicated for research activities.

A leader in quality care, the University of Utah Hospital and Clinics have been ranked in the top 10 in Quality, Safety, and Accountability among all academic medical centers for the past ten years in a row. Join us in our mission to promote the clinical and academic growth of the section and contribute to a collegial environment where innovation is encouraged and supported.

Location:
Salt Lake City is an exceptional place to call home, offering an ideal balance of natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and professional opportunities. Nestled at the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains and surrounded by stunning natural scenery, Salt Lake City is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. With seven ski and summer resorts just a short drive from the city, including world-famous Park City, Deer Valley, Alta, and Snowbird, you'll never run out of places to explore and adventures to experience. Within a day's drive are nine U.S. National Parks.
Beyond its natural splendor, Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, multicultural city that has been listed among the top 25 Best Places for Business and Careers. The city itself is renowned for its rich culture and history, with museums, galleries, performing arts venues showcasing local and global talent, and the Sundance Film Festival that attracts international visitors to the area. From world-class musical performances at the Utah Symphony to thought-provoking exhibitions at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, there's something for everyone in Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City is one of the most beautiful and safest cities in the USA.

To apply: Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and qualifications, and contact information for three references. Applications must be submitted through the University of Utah's online application system at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/174846

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, community, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Further inquiries should be directed to:
Satoshi Minoshima, MD, PhD
Professor and Chairman of Radiology
Department of Radiology, University of Utah
30 North 1900 East #1A071
Salt Lake City, UT 84132, U.S.A.
Phone (801)581-8699; Fax (801)581-2414
Email: sminoshima@hsc.utah.edu

Department: 00877 - Radiology Clinical
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Track Dependent on Qualifications
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN03729F

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/175054

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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