Nuclear Medicine Physician or Nuclear Medicine Radiologist

Molecular Imaging and Therapy Program

Regular Full Time

BC Cancer – Vancouver Centre

600 West 10th Avenue

Vancouver, BC V5Z 4E6

BC Cancer is one of the world’s renowned cancer organizations committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing the mortality from cancer, and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer. BC Cancer provides a comprehensive cancer control program for the people of British Columbia in partnership with regional health authorities to deliver a range of cancer services, which include prevention, screening and early detection, diagnosis and treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation, and palliative care. It operates six regional cancer centres in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, Victoria, Abbotsford, and Prince George, along with two research centres that conduct research into the causes and cures for cancer.

BC Cancer is an affiliate of the University of British Columbia and co-hosts the development and conduct of academic oncology in British Columbia. The Molecular Imaging and Therapy Program provides state-of-the art clinical services and research in a dynamic and growing academic environment.

The Vancouver Centre currently operates an on-site cyclotron/radiopharmacy facility and provides more than 10,000 PET/CT scans annually for oncology patients from across BC. Clinical and research therapy programs for neuroendocrine tumours and prostate cancer are in place with a growing emphasis on Phase I/II radiopharmaceutical therapy trials. Basic and preclinical radiopharmaceutical research is performed in dedicated research laboratories and a preclinical imaging facility located in the BC Cancer Research Institute. The clinical and research programs rely on a strong radiopharmaceutical development team, and extensive collaborations with leading scientists at UBC, TRIUMF, the BC Cancer Research Institute and Michael Smith Genome Sciences Centre.

The successful candidate will be expected to provide excellence in patient care in terms of supervision and interpretation of clinical and research PET/CT scans, delivery of radiopharmaceutical therapies and to participate in clinical, academic and quality assurance rounds. The position entails teaching of undergraduate medical students and post-graduate trainees as well as active participation in Molecular Imaging and Therapy-related research at BC Cancer. The individual should have the vision and skills required to lead projects in a multidisciplinary team setting. Enthusiasm, diligence, and team spirit are highly desirable personal qualities.

The successful applicant must be eligible for licensure in with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia, have or be eligible for Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Nuclear Medicine. Recognized fellowship training in Nuclear Medicine is highly desirable. Additional post-residency training and/or relevant experience in cancer imaging, positron emission tomography and/or radionuclide therapy would be an asset. The successful candidate will be recommended for clinical faculty appointment to the University of British Columbia. Academic rank, dependent on qualifications, will be recommended by the Department of Radiology of the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Medicine.

To apply, please send a letter expressing your interest, curriculum vitae and the names contact information of three referees to:

Adeline Chan

Physician Recruitment

Email: adeline.chan1@phsa.ca

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

PHSA & BC Cancer are committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. English is the official language used at PHSA.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

PHSA & BC Cancer are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people of diverse gender identities or expressions, and members of other equity-seeking groups.

The successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.

As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.

What We Do

The BC Cancer (BC Cancer) is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing the mortality from cancer, and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer. BC Cancer provides a comprehensive cancer control program for the people of British Columbia in partnership with regional health authorities to deliver a range of cancer services, which include prevention, screening and early detection, diagnosis and treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation and palliative care. It operates six regional cancer centres in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, Victoria, Abbotsford and Prince George, along with two research centres that conduct research into the causes and cures for cancer.

For more information about BC Cancer, please visit the website at: www.bccancer.bc.ca

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.