Senior Radiochemist IV – Radiopharmaceutical Research

Job overview

The Senior Radiochemist IV – Radiopharmaceutical Research role is onsite in Shreveport, LA, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 8:30 AM–5:00 PM that may vary with production needs. Compensation is not specified; the posting says salary is commensurate with experience. The role supports the Center for Molecular Imaging & Therapy. The radiochemist contributes to discovery and development of radiopharmaceuticals and establishes synthesis and quality-control procedures. Troubleshooting and support for routine clinical and pre-clinical production and testing help advance the center’s research and development work.

What you'll do

• Assist with design and discovery of radiopharmaceuticals
• optimize synthesis and quality-control parameters for new radiopharmaceuticals
• troubleshoot and assist with routine production and quality-control testing of clinical and pre-clinical radiopharmaceuticals
• assist with other research and development activities of the Center for Molecular Imaging & Therapy.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior radiochemist

radiopharmaceuticals

radiochemistry

research and development

synthesis optimization

quality control

shreveport la

biomedical research foundation

monday-friday

8:30 am-5:00 pm

ph.d. required

clinical and pre-clinical production

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• wellness resources
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.

Why this role

Requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field and at least three years of radiopharmaceutical research and development laboratory experience. Experience with cGMP, radiation safety principles, or aseptic technique is a plus.

About the employer

Biomedical Research Foundation is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.