PET Radiochemistry Research Scientist - Hybrid Role

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Research Scientist in the Radiology Chair Office to conduct advanced studies and support PET radiopharmaceutical production. This role requires rigorous data analysis, adherence to FDA and cGMP standards, and collaboration across teams.

Candidates should have a doctorate or master/bachelor with extensive related experience, with DOT certification anticipated within six months.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s/Bachelor’s with explicit years of related experience required; education cannot be substituted by work experience.
• Experience with PET Drug Quality Control testing and FDA-compliant methods is essential.
• Familiarity with cGMP for cyclotron facilities and radiation safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform PET drug QC testing including sterility, HPLC, GC, TLC, and pH testing per FDA requirements.
• Maintain cGMP compliance for cyclotron facility operations.
• Follow SOPs and ensure adherence to radiation safety protocols.
• Support daily production of PET isotopes and radiopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Provide maintenance and repair of PET equipment and related analytical instruments.
• Stock and manage production materials; assist in inventory control.
• Operate safely with radioactive materials and follow safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team members on multiple projects and meet project deliverables.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Adapt to changing priorities and maintain high attention to detail.

Skills

Data analysis

Radiation safety

FDA compliance

Pet Drug QC testing

cGMP knowledge

Detail-oriented

Education

Doctorate degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

HPLC

Gas chromatography

TLC

pH measurements

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Research Scientist in the Radiology Chair Office to conduct advanced studies and support PET radiopharmaceutical production. This role requires rigorous data analysis, adherence to FDA and cGMP standards, and collaboration across teams.

Candidates should have a doctorate or master/bachelor with extensive related experience, with DOT certification anticipated within six months.