Director, Small-Animal Imaging Core Facility (Hiring Immediately)

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Williamsburg, VA
About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.

Position Overview:
The small-animal Imaging Core Facility at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is a state-of-the-art animal imaging facility, including MRI, PET, CT, SPECT, and ultrasound modalities. We are recruiting a director who will oversee the operation, development, and strategic direction of the facility. The successful candidate will oversee state-of-the-art animal imaging modalities, including MRI, PET, CT, SPECT, and ultrasound, provide expert consultation to researchers, and ensure the highest quality data generation and analysis. Qualified candidates will have an extensive background in one or more of the primary imaging modalities supported by the facility. This is a fully institution-supported faculty position. Appointment level is dependent on career stage and track record.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide leadership and oversight for the Small-animal Imaging Core Facility
  • Develop and commission advanced animal imaging modalities including MRI, PET, CT, SPECT, and ultrasound devices.
  • Collaborate with principal investigators, faculty, and researchers to design and execute experiments.
  • Supervise and train facility staff and users regarding experimental protocols and data analysis.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade analytical instrumentation.
  • Oversee facility operations and technical staff, including budgeting, pricing structure, and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance the facility's capabilities.
  • Prepare reports, publications, and grant proposals related to small animal imaging research.
Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering, Biophysics, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience in one of the following: molecular imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, or computed tomography.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in managing a core facility or research laboratory
  • Strong track record of scientific contributions, including publications.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaborations
  • Experience in budget management and facility operations
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following to Patrick Badua ( [email protected] )
  • A cover letter detailing relevant experience, research interests and technical expertise.
  • A curriculum vitae (CV).
  • Contact information for three professional references.
Pay Range: $125,000 - $300,000

Faculty compensation is based on multiple variables. This range represents annual salary only and does not include supplemental performance-based pay or any one-time payments that eligible candidates may be offered at the time of hire.

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Pay Range: $0.00 - $10,000,000.00


FSLA Status: Exempt

Closing :

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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Posted 2026-02-13

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