Research Associate in Radiology (Yale University)

Institution: Yale University School of Medicine Department: Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Position Description The Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging at Yale University School of Medicine is seeking to appoint an Associate Research Scientist. This position primarily carries out activities directed towards the production of PET radiotracers for use in human research studies. This involves the daily production of radiotracers either by: Setting up and operating GE Tracerlab synthesis modules, or Manual synthesis in lead-lined hoods (hot cells) using manipulators. Duties Process validation of new radiotracers under guidance from the lead production chemist or director of radiochemistry Daily maintenance of synthesis modules and assistance with GE service engineers for major service Ordering and monitoring inventory of production materials Daily recording of laboratory operational parameters Participate in the investigation and prevention of anomalous events May be cross-trained in QC analysis and cyclotron operation Other duties as assigned Qualifications Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. degree in chemistry or a related science preferred Attention to detail and strong logical reasoning for root cause analyses and corrective action proposals Ability to begin workdays at 7:00 AM Experience working with controlled radiation exposure in a PET laboratory Demonstrated ability to master aseptic technique Application Instructions Interested applicants should upload the following materials via Interfolio: Curriculum Vitae (CV) Cover Letter Three Letters of Reference Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/180661 If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Medicinoxy

Institution: Yale University School of Medicine
Department: Radiology and Biomedical Imaging

Position Description

The Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging at Yale University School of Medicine is seeking to appoint an Associate Research Scientist.

This position primarily carries out activities directed towards the production of PET radiotracers for use in human research studies. This involves the daily production of radiotracers either by:

Setting up and operating GE Tracerlab synthesis modules, or
Manual synthesis in lead-lined hoods (hot cells) using manipulators.

Duties

Process validation of new radiotracers under guidance from the lead production chemist or director of radiochemistry
Daily maintenance of synthesis modules and assistance with GE service engineers for major service
Ordering and monitoring inventory of production materials
Daily recording of laboratory operational parameters
Participate in the investigation and prevention of anomalous events
May be cross-trained in QC analysis and cyclotron operation
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. degree in chemistry or a related science preferred
Attention to detail and strong logical reasoning for root cause analyses and corrective action proposals
Ability to begin workdays at 7:00 AM
Experience working with controlled radiation exposure in a PET laboratory
Demonstrated ability to master aseptic technique