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Nuclear Medicine Physicist, Nuclear Medicine/Radiology, Part Time

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
75 Francis Street (Show on map)
Jun 13, 2025
I. GENERAL SUMMARY: The Division of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging at Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a faculty medical physicist with expertise in clinical and/or preclinical nuclear medicine. This is a unique opportunity to join a top-tier academic medical center, with responsibilities split between clinical nuclear medicine physics (50%) and preclinical imaging support (50%). The successful candidate will be a member of the Nuclear Medicine Physics group, reporting to the Director of Nuclear Medicine Physics for clinical responsibilities and to the Director of Biomedical Imaging Research Core (BICOR) for the preclinical activities. On the clinical side, the candidate will support, under the supervision of the Director of Nuclear Medicine Physics, all aspects of nuclear medicine imaging, including equipment acceptance and quality assurance testing, quarterly and annual performance evaluations of PET/CT, SPECT/CT, and SPECT systems, radiopharmaceutical dosimetry, imaging processing and analysis, and protocol implementation/optimization. On the preclinical side, the candidate is expected to lead the preclinical PET/CT and CT imaging physics effort, working closely with investigators from neurology, oncology, cardiology, and other departments to design mouse, rat, or rabbit imaging studies. Responsibilities includes quality control, study design, protocol development, image processing, and data analysis. The candidate will also play an active role in the teaching and mentorship of residents, fellows, and trainees in nuclear medicine and radiology. In addition, they are expected to participate in collaborative research within the physics group, as well as with clinicians, and to lead independent research projects. This is a full-time, hospital-funded faculty appointment at the Instructor or Assistant Professor level at Harvard Medical School, with academic rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. II. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Clinical Component (50%): a.Perform in collaboration with the Director of Nuclear Medicine Physics acceptance testing, quarterly and annual performance evaluation and quality control of all types of radiation-detection equipment including gamma cameras, SPECT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT systems, dose calibrators, automated injectors, Sr/Rb generators, and well-counters. b.Prepare detailed reports of quality assurance and performance testing for all nuclear medicine equipment in compliance with regulatory and accreditation agency rules and recommendations (federal and state regulations, and requirements of accrediting organizations such as the IAC, ACR, and TJC). c.Assist in quality assurance testing and reporting of CT components on hybrid equipment (SPECT/CT and PET/CT). d.Participate in the development and maintenance of equipment quality assurance programs, including preparation of quarterly, annual, and acceptance reports. e.Provide consultation for nuclear medicine imaging equipment purchases. f.Contribute to the review and optimization of imaging protocols, including image acquisition and reconstruction parameters, radiation dose assessment, and dose management strategies. g.Provide physics consultation on patient radiation doses and associated risks for diagnostic and radiopharmaceutical dosimetry procedures. h.Provide physics support for clinical operations across the division. i.Participate in the implementation and evaluation of new data acquisition techniques and imaging technologies. j.Participate in physics education programs for residents and fellows in Diagnostic Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Cardiovascular Imaging programs. k.Collaborate with clinical nuclear medicine specialists and technologists on quality improvement initiatives and participate in research efforts. l.Engage in nuclear medicine physics research within the physics group and support collaborative clinical research projects with investigators across the institution. 2.Small Animal Component (50%): a.Provide physics support for the microPET/CT imaging system (Super Argus, Sedecal) within the Biomedical Imaging Research Core (BICOR), including routine operation and technical oversight. b.Perform quality assurance, calibration, and performance evaluations of the microPET/CT system to ensure reliable operations. c.Serve as the primary point of contact for coordination with the manufacturer's engineering and technical support staff regarding system capabilities, maintenance, and upgrades. d.Develop and maintain a collaborative working relationship with the manufacturer. e.Collaborate with investigators to design small-animal imaging studies. f.Support investigators in the development of grant proposals involving small-animal PET/CT and CT imaging. g.Assist investigators with the preparation and revision of animal research protocols and amendments, ensuring compliance with animal research regulations and institutional guidelines. h.Develop and implement image acquisition and reconstruction protocols in collaboration with the investigators and imaging laboratory staff. i.Perform image processing and analysis, including kinetic analysis. j.Offer technical oversight and consultation for system upgrades, software integration, imaging phantoms, and dosimetry. k.Engage in nuclear medicine physics research within the physics group and support collaborative pre-clinical research projects with investigators across the institution. l.Carry out other related duties in support of preclinical imaging and translational research as assigned. 1. Education and Certification Ph.D. in an appropriate field of nuclear medicine physics or engineering. Certification in Nuclear Medical Physics from the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or in Nuclear Medicine Physics by the American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine (ABSNM) is desirable but not required. Candidates must be at least board-elligible. 2. Skills, Knowledge and Experience A minimum of 2 years of experience in nuclear medicine physics following completion of a Ph.D is required. Experience in preclinical imaging is desirable but not required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, as well as ability to work in a clinical environment is required. Aptitude and experience in nuclear medicine research and development with evidence from peer-reviewed scientific publications is required. To apply, please submit your CV and a letter of interest to Giuliana Arcovio at garcovio@mgb.org. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.