Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Radiology & Imaging Sciences, Cardiothoracic_Indianapolis

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Posting Details

Title - Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Radiology & Imaging Sciences, Cardiothoracic_Indianapolis

Appointment Type - Clinical Track Faculty

Department - IUSM - Radiology & Imaging Sciences

Campus - IU School of Medicine Indianapolis

Position Summary - Cardiothoracic Radiologist

Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences invites applications for a fellowship-trained Cardiothoracic Radiologist to join our growing team at one of the nation's premier academic medical centers. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice in a collaborative, high-performing department that values clinical excellence, education, research, and work-life balance, with both on-site and remote reading options available.

Why IU?

• Join a dynamic cardiothoracic imaging team interpreting the full spectrum of chest and cardiac studies, including chest radiography, chest CT, lung cancer screening, coronaryCTA, and cardiacMRI.
• Help expand our lung cancer screening program, including a new mobile CT unit bringing care to underserved communities throughout the state of Indiana.
• Collaborate with expert multidisciplinary teams in lung cancer screening, lung transplant, interstitial lung disease, cardio-oncology, heart failure, and cardiovascular genetics.
• 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.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in a supportive academic environment with a strong teaching culture and opportunities for academic growth.
• 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) beginning at approximately $620,000 for assistant professor, with ample opportunities for supplemental income.
• Balanced scheduling that supports personal well-being, including options with limited/no weekend call or up to 18 weeks of PTO.
• Flexible work model with both on-site and remote reading options.
• 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

• Provide high-quality clinical interpretation of chest radiography, chest CT, lung cancer screening exams, coronaryCTA, and cardiacMRI.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences and contribute to educational initiatives across the department and Academic Health Center.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in a supportive academic environment.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the lung cancer screening program, including the mobile CT unit serving communities across Indiana.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary partners in lung transplant, interstitial lung disease, cardio-oncology, heart failure, and cardiovascular genetics.
• Engage in scholarly activity, quality improvement, and faculty development opportunities aligned with the department's four missions—clinical, research, education, and culture.

How To Apply

Please see the online application HERE. For questions regarding the position and application process, please contact Dr. Stacy Rissing. For more information regarding our institution, please see the department, division, and IU School of Medicine websites.

IUSM 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.