Division Chief of Neuroradiology (Associate/Professor of Radiology)
Position: Division Chief of Neuroradiology
Location: Worcester, MA
Status: Full-time
Company: UMass Medical School; UMass Memorial Medical Center; Neuroradiology Division
Specialty: Radiology; Neuroradiology
Rate: Competitive Salary; Generous Benefits Package; Relocation Assistance
Neuroradiology Division Chief Description
UMass Memorial Medical Group, the clinical partner of the University of Massachusetts Medical School, is seeking ABR and Neuroradiology CAQ-certified clinician/scientist to lead the Division of Neuroradiology as the Division Chief. Candidates should be eligible for appointment at the level of Associate and/or Professor of Radiology, and qualified for consideration for term tenure. A research focus in neurodegenrative diseases is desirable.
The Division of Neuroradiology interprets over 55,000 studies per year. The Division is currently comprised of nine (9) faculty members. There are two (2) ACGME-accredited Neuroradiology fellowship positions and an “MRI” fellow who devotes 50% effort to neuroradiology. Areas of clinical focus at UMass include:
- Endovascular treatment of stroke
- Multiple Sclerosis
- ALS
- Tay-Sachs Disease and Huntington’s Disease
- State-of-the-art gene therapy trials
- State-of-the-art translational research facility for endovascular treatment of cerebrovascular disease led by Matthew Gounis, PhD
- Translational research to cure diseases at UMass Medical School at the Gray-Edwards Lab, led by Dr. Heather Gray-Edwards
- UMass ranks near the top among public medical schools in the Northeast in the amount of funding awarded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Federal and private research grants and contracts at UMMS rose from about $2 million in 1977 to more than $246 million in FY 2019, making it one of the fastest growing research institutions in the United States.
The neuroradiology divisions work in close collaboration with our internationally recognized Neurointerventional Division (NIR), which is comprised of four (4) faculty and is supported by a robust NIH and industry-funded research program via our New England Center for Stroke Research (NECStR), MRI research core with a 3T Philips MRI and 7T Bruker small animal MRI, and Image Processing Core lab. In addition, we have close collaboration with both Neurology and Neurosurgery. UMass Memorial Medical Center is a designated comprehensive stroke center, performing over 125 large vessel occlusion thrombectomies per year.
UMass Memorial Health Care is the largest health care system in Central Massachusetts and the Comprehensive Stroke Center for central Massachusetts, covering over 1 million patients. UMass Memorial is in Central Massachusetts and is close to all the lifestyle benefits of New England including Boston, Cape Cod, and numerous other surrounding recreational areas. Many faculty live in or close to downtown Boston and enjoy a hassle-free “Reverse” commute to Worcester.
Professional Qualifications:
Reporting to the UMass Department Chair of Radiology, Dr. Max Rosen, the Neuroradiology Division Chief is responsible for the clinical leadership, organization, operation, and the general clinical administration of the UMass Division of Neuroradiology. The Division Chief will provide oversight for service delivery, research, and educational and faculty mentoring objectives. S/he must possess:
- MD or DO degree or equivalent.
- Board Certification or Eligibility by the American Board of Radiology (ABR certified).
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited fellowship training in Neuroradiology.
- Unrestricted State of Massachusetts Medical License (current or eligible by time of hire).
- Managerial and mentoring experience is a must.
- Qualified to hold a faculty appointment in the Department of Radiology at the level of Associate Professor or Professor and an appointment to the Medical Staff at UMass Memorial Medical Center.
As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits, compensation packages, and work/life programs.
Location:
Discover Worcester, MA
Worcester is known as the “Heart of the Commonwealth” with easy access to a multitude of surrounding areas:
Boston:
An hour outside of Worcester is Boston, MA. Boston has a wide variety of shopping, historical sites, restaurants, bars, and museums…the list goes on. Boston is home to some world-famous sports teams (Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics, Boston Bruins, and of course the New England Patriots) with plenty of opportunities to catch a game. Additionally, there is a commuter train that runs daily out of Worcester’s Union Station that makes Boston easy access for those living in the Worcester area.
New England:
Try a lobster roll in Maine or visit the Ben and Jerry’s ice cream factory in Vermont! Explore the Lost River and Boulder Caves in New Hampshire, visit the Mystic Aquarium in Connecticut, or tour the mansions in Newport Rhode Island. New England is a wonderful place to be! Worcester, MA is lucky enough to be centrally located to all New England states. From Maine to Connecticut there is something for everyone!
Application Instructions:
For confidential consideration, along with more information about this opportunity or to refer a qualified candidate, please email a current CV to:
Julie Miller
Executive Academic Radiology Search Consultant
Kaye/Bassman International Corp.
Phone: (972) 265-5236 – Direct
Email: jmiller@kbic.com or academicmedicine@kbic.com
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included.