Senior Radiochemist IV

Center for Molecular Imaging & Therapy; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Center for Molecular Imaging & Therapy seeks a PhD-level radiopharmaceutical scientist to lead discovery and development of radiopharmaceuticals, optimize synthesis procedures, and establish QC measures for clinical and pre-clinical projects.

You will troubleshoot production and QC testing, support other R&D activities, and collaborate with teams. Strong communication, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field required.
• Minimum 3 years of radiopharmaceutical R&D experience.
• Experience with lab equipment and cGMP.
• Familiarity with radiation safety principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in discovery and development of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Optimize synthesis and QC parameters for new radiopharmaceuticals.
• Troubleshoot and assist with routine production and QC testing of clinical and pre-clinical radiopharmaceuticals.
• Assist in other R&D activities of the center.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Gas chromatography

Thin-layer chromatography

Computers and software

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

POSITION SUMMARY

Primarily responsible for discovery and development of innovative radiopharmaceuticals, optimization and initial setting-up of synthesis procedures and quality control measures for new radiopharmaceuticals, providing troubleshooting and assisting with routine production and quality control testing of clinical and pre-clinical radiopharmaceuticals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists with the design and discovery of innovative radiopharmaceuticals
• Responsible for the optimization of synthesis and quality control parameters for new radiopharmaceuticals
• Troubleshoots and assists with routine production and quality control testing of clinical and pre-clinical radiopharmaceuticals
• Assists in other research and development activities of the Center for Molecular Imaging & Therapy

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field is required. Minimum of 3 years of experience working in radiopharmaceutical research and development laboratory environment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must have hands‑on experience with chemistry/laboratory equipment, techniques and processes, including familiarity with operating gas chromatography and thin layer chromatography. Experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), radiation safety principles, or aseptic technique a plus. Must be reliable and responsible, able to work independently, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in executing all tasks and duties. Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Able to listen effectively and clarify information. Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills including problem solving, decision making and organizational effectiveness. Able to be reliable and responsible; able to work independently, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in executing all tasks and duties. Able to effectively utilize computers and computer software.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (varies with production needs)

Salary commensurate with experience