Title:
Physician, Nuclear Medicine & Theranostics (Bonus Opportunity)
Job Type:
Regular
Company:
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Department:
Nuclear Medicine
Time Type:
Full time
Weekly Hours:
40
FTE:
1
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary:
About the Role
The Nuclear Medicine Section within the Department of Diagnostic & Interventional Radiology at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Physician to join a nationally recognized academic cancer center at the forefront of oncologic imaging, theranostics, and radiopharmaceutical innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to practice within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment dedicated to advancing cancer diagnosis, treatment, and translational discovery.
The successful candidate will join a growing Nuclear Medicine program that is rapidly expanding its theranostics and radiopharmaceutical therapy capabilities. Working alongside surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, and imaging specialists, this physician will play a key role in delivering advanced nuclear medicine services while contributing to education, innovation, and academic collaboration.
This position is ideal for a physician who is passionate about oncologic imaging, theranostics, academic medicine, and multidisciplinary cancer care within a mission-driven and innovation-focused environment.
What You’ll Do
• Provide expert Nuclear Medicine interpretation and oncologic imaging services within a multidisciplinary cancer center environment
• Participate in PET/CT and SPECT/CT imaging interpretation and radiopharmaceutical therapy initiatives
• Collaborate closely with oncology, surgery, pathology, radiation oncology, and multidisciplinary care teams to support comprehensive cancer diagnosis and treatment planning
• Contribute to the continued development and expansion of Roswell Park’s Theranostics Program
• Support radiopharmaceutical therapy services within the dedicated Nuclear Medicine infusion center
• Teach and mentor residents, fellows, graduate students, and trainees through the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and Roswell Park academic programs
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences, educational initiatives, and scholarly activities
• Foster a collaborative academic environment grounded in mentorship, innovation, and continuous learning
• Participate in translational imaging, theranostics, and clinical research initiatives
• Contribute to programmatic growth and expansion of advanced nuclear medicine services across Roswell Park and regional satellite facilities
• Collaborate with investigators and multidisciplinary research teams to advance innovative imaging and radiopharmaceutical therapy approaches
• Support outreach initiatives aimed at expanding access to advanced nuclear medicine services within the community
• Foster strong collaborative relationships across departments and specialties
• Contribute to quality improvement, operational excellence, and patient safety initiatives
• Support a culture aligned with High Reliability Organization principles emphasizing accountability, teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care
About the Department
The Nuclear Medicine Section within the Department of Diagnostic & Interventional Radiology at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center provides advanced oncologic imaging and theranostic services within one of only two NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in New York State. The department currently includes dedicated PET/CT and SPECT/CT imaging facilities across the main campus and regional satellite locations, with continued expansion underway.
Roswell Park is deeply committed to building a premier Theranostics Program, highlighted by the opening of a dedicated Nuclear Medicine infusion center in March 2024 supporting the expansion of radiopharmaceutical therapies and precision oncology initiatives.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
• Join the nation’s first cancer center and an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center committed to transforming cancer care, research, and education
• Collaborate within a highly interdisciplinary academic environment dedicated to innovation, mentorship, and scientific discovery
• Access robust institutional research infrastructure, including Biostatistics, Biomedical Research Informatics, Bioinformatics, and the Data Bank and Biorepository Shared Resources
• Utilize precision oncology and epidemiologic data resources through ORIEN (Oncology Research Information Exchange Network)
• Work alongside passionate colleagues deeply committed to community outreach, engagement, and health equity
• Opportunity for an academic appointment with the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
• Thrive in Buffalo, New York — a welcoming, affordable, and culturally vibrant city with a growing medical and research corridor
What You’ll Bring
• MD, DO, or equivalent degree with Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Nuclear Medicine and/or Diagnostic Radiology
• Strong interest and expertise in oncologic imaging, PET/CT, SPECT/CT, and theranostics
• Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer imaging and care
• Interest in radiopharmaceutical therapies and advancing innovative theranostic approaches
• Passion for academic medicine, resident and fellow education, and mentorship
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary clinical and research teams
• Interest in translational imaging research and program development
• Executive presence, professionalism, and strong communication skills
• Commitment to innovation, operational excellence, patient safety, and continuous professional growth
• Dedication to fostering a culture grounded in inclusion, accountability, compassion, scientific rigor, and High Reliability Organization principles
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
The ideal candidate will have a license or permit to practice as a Medical Doctor in the State of New York; possession of or eligibility for a valid medical specialty certificate in Diagnostic Imaging or the specialties of Body Imaging, Diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, Neuroradiology or Angio/Interventional Radiology along with a Medical Doctor degree and prior full-time experience in the field of Diagnostic Imaging or the specialties of Body Imaging, Diagnostic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, Neuroradiology, or Angio/Interventional Radiology.
NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates must be a Board–Certified, Fellowship-trained Nuclear Medicine Physician. Board Certification in Radiology is a plus. Candidates should have clinical and research experience, interest in nuclear oncology, PET/CT and radionuclide therapy.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.
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