Nuclear Medicine Division Chief

Posting Details

Position Details

Title Nuclear Medicine Division Chief Specific Title Assistant, Associate, (Full) Professor of Radiology & Imaging Sciences Appointment Type Open Department IUSM - Radiology & Imaging Sciences Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary

NUCLEAR MEDICINE DIVISION CHIEF

The Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences invites applications for a visionary leader to serve as Division Chief of Nuclear Medicine. This is an opportunity to shape clinical care, education, research, and culture at one of the nation's premier academic medical centers. This position reports directly to the Vice Chair of Clinical Operations, and collaborates with departmental and hospital leadership.

Why IU?

• Opportunity to lead and grow a dynamic nuclear medicine division at the forefront of molecular imaging and theranostics, with a rapidly expanding radioligand therapy program.
• Leverage an established Radiochemistry Research Core featuring an 11-MeV Siemens Eclipse cyclotron, 19 Comecer hot cells, and multiple automated synthesis systems for production of F-18, C-11, N-13, O-15, and Ga-68 radiopharmaceuticals.
• Be a part of the largest medical school in the nation.
• New medical school campus and research buildings opened in downtown Indianapolis in 2025.
• New consolidated Academic Health Center, including hospital and outpatient facilities, opening in 2027.
• Our department ranked 1st among Big Ten schools and 13th nationally in overall NIH funding by the Academy for Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research in 2024.
• Collaborate with the newly established departmental Medical Imaging Research Institute (MIRI), including the Cancer Imaging and Theranostics Research Center, Research Imaging Core, and state-of-the-art PET/CT, PET/MR, and preclinical imaging infrastructure.
• Train the next generation of radiologists through an ACGME-accredited Nuclear Radiology Fellowship program and an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology undergraduate program.
• Benefit from a strong dual-employment partnership between IU School of Medicine and IU Health, which provides access to the latest research, training, clinical care, and educational opportunities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Total compensation (salary + benefits) estimated between $640,000-$665,000 for associate professor and above, with ample opportunities for supplemental income.
• Comprehensive benefits package through Indiana University, one of the state's largest employers.
• Dual-employment offers unique investment opportunities (401(k) plus 457(b) and 403(b), dual Roth contributions, HSA rollover).
• Tuition benefit for dependent students attending Indiana University.
• Relocation assistance and dual-career support.

Vibrant City, Exceptional Suburbs

Indianapolis offers a thriving downtown and family-friendly suburbs. Many faculty choose to live in Carmel, Zionsville, and Fishers, which are frequently ranked among the best places to live nationally. The region combines top-rated public and private schools, affordable housing, and cultural amenities with a strong life sciences economy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and integrate the department's four missions-clinical, research, education, and culture-within the division.
• Provide strategic vision for the growth of theranostics, molecular imaging, and radiopharmaceutical therapy programs across the IU Health system.
• Strengthen and develop new relationships across the Academic Health Center, the University, and the Medical Imaging Research Institute.
• Serve as a role model and mentor, fostering excellence and supporting faculty and trainees to achieve their highest potential.
• Improve, develop, and implement systems, procedures, policies, and faculty development opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please see the online application here: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/32774
• For questions regarding the position and application process, please contact Dr. Matthew Jones
• For more information regarding our institution, please see the department, division, and IU School of Medicine websites.

IU School of Medicine is committed to being a welcoming campus community and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.

Basic Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Qualified candidates will hold an MD/DO, be board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology, with subspecialty certification in Nuclear Radiology or board-certified in Nuclear Medicine, and have prior leadership experience.
• A track record and commitment to education and scholarship in at least one mission area is expected.
• Experience with theranostics, radioligand therapy, and/or radiopharmaceutical development is highly desirable.
• Research experience and grant funding are assets but not required.

Department Contact for Questions

Carla Ewing, Associate Director, HR, IUSM Radiology & Imaging Sciences

carewing@iu.edu

Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline 06/05/2026 Expected Start Date Posting Number IUSM-02397-2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this position?

• Personal Contact: At Professional Meeting or Conference

• Personal Contact: Direct Contact by Search Committee

• Personal Contact: Referred by colleague or advisor

• Personal Contact: School of Medicine recruiter

• Personal Contact: IUHP Physician Recruiter

• Announcement: Other Journal or Magazine

• Announcement: Other Website

• • Are you a dual career partner (your partner or spouse is already being recruited)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application
• List Of References

Optional Documents