What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Scientist/Academic Breast Imaging Radiologist - Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center position at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health?
Overview
Dartmouth-Hitchcock’s Department of Radiology, in conjunction with the Norris Cotton Cancer Center and the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, is seeking a full-time BC/BE Academic Breast Imaging Radiologist with fellowship training in Breast Imaging to join our established service and team as the 5th radiologist in a clinical (0.6 FTE) and academic (0.4 FTE) split position. The candidate will join an academic state-of-the-art subspecialty breast imaging section and perform a full spectrum of breast imaging diagnosis and intervention including digital mammography (with Breast Tomosynthesis), breast ultrasound and breast MRI and related interventions. The Breast Imaging staff are actively involved in the supervision and teaching of our radiology residents, medical students, fellows and learners from other departments and works closely with related clinical services.
The ideal candidate is an early career clinician scientist with the ability to obtain self-funding for research within 3 years. Supported areas of research relevant to breast imaging include breast cancer epidemiology, health services research, disparities research, decision science, and the development and evaluation of novel imaging technology. Extensive opportunities for mentorship with leading national experts are available in each of these areas, including faculty and data resources available in the Cancer Center’s Cancer Population Sciences (CPS) and Translational Engineering in Cancer (TEC) Research Programs, and at The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice. The ideal candidate should have relevant clinical and research experience.
Successful candidates will become an integral member of the NCI-designated Norris Cotton Cancer Center (NCCC) Comprehensive Breast Care Program, which combines radiology, surgery, oncology, pathology, and radiation oncology. As one of only 51 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers nationwide, NCCC houses robust research programs and is home to the New Hampshire Mammography Network, a breast-imaging registry that has been a member of the Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium (BCSC) since 1995. The successful candidate will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities and a vibrant multi-disciplinary Cancer Biology graduate program.
Benefits:
- Generous base salary commensurate with experience
- $20k relocation assistance
- Fully benefited position through Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center including malpractice insurance with tail coverage, life insurance as well as affordable family medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and HSA account.
- CME funds and allocated CME days in addition to vacation
- Collaboration with Geisel School of Medicine and Dartmouth College and the option to do research
- Radiology residency and fellowship program with variable opportunities to teach
Our Region:
- Quintessential New England living - Four beautiful seasons and an outdoor lifestyle
- Congestion-free commuting
- Wonderful setting for community and family life
- Vibrant collegiate environment with associated sporting events and cultural amenities
- Active arts, theater, and culinary scene
The Lifestyle:
The Dartmouth-Hitchcock health system stretches over New Hampshire and Vermont and offers the quintessential New England experience. With no income or sales tax in New Hampshire, this beautiful area combines history, industry, and business and has been ranked consistently as one of the best places in the US to live and work. With destinations like Boston, New York, the seacoast and ski country within driving distance, the opportunities - both career and personal - truly make New Hampshire the ideal place to work and play.
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Cover Letters should be addressed to: Jocelyn Chertoff, MD - Chair, Department of Radiology
CV and cover letter to be sent to: Caitlin A. Vecchio Taylor, CPRP - Caitlin.A.Vecchio.Taylor@Hitchcock.org
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Radiology
- Must obtain and maintain a medical license in the State of NH
Salary : $20 - $0
