GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the general direction of the Principle Investigator, the Senior Research Scientist performs a variety of complex research experiments laboratory research on topics pertinent to the interests of the research programs of the laboratory. 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement experiments designed to further ongoing research projects, in consultation with the principal investigator.
• Organize and analyze data acquired in the course of research projects.
• Write manuscripts and grant applications
• Design and implement research projects in the laboratory
• Responsible for data acquisition, data analysis, and presentation of research results. 
• Train and supervise junior lab personnel, ensuring staff is trained in current methodology and safety procedures in the laboratory.
• Prepare and present data for publication in public forums.
• Assist in the preparation of grant applications and other research proposals.
• Provide assistance in the general operation of the laboratory.
• Participate regularly in laboratory meetings.
• Stay current with the literature and regularly leads discussions of new reports pertinent to ongoing and proposed projects
• Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Biological Science, or equivalent degree
• 7 years of research experience.
• Familiarity with general laboratory procedures.
• Expertise in specific procedures and instrumentation necessary to complete specific research programs.
• Current knowledge of pertinent literature.
• Oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to travel to off-site locations

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the general direction of the Principle Investigator

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Supervises and trains new laboratory personnel and junior members of the laboratory

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Wet chemistry laboratory, and may require appropriate contact with biohazards, radionuclides, toxins, animals, and human specimens. 

The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School is recruiting a Radiochemist/ Chemist/Molecular Imaging/Biochemist for a Senior Research Scientist  in the Department of Radiology https://www.umassmed.edu/Radiology/ . The candidate should have a strong research background in small animal translational imaging and be able to assume the management and operation of a micro-SPECT/PET/CT Core and an Optical Imaging Core, both of which comprise the University’s Small Animal Imaging Core Facility. The successful candidate will interact with university and outside researchers to assist in the design and implementation of imaging studies.

This individual will participate in on-going research projects related to Core activities and should have experience in radiopharmaceutical development with a strong background in radiochemistry and chelation chemistry for radiolabeling biomarkers.  A background with both SPECT and PET isotopes and associated labeling chemistries would be highly advantageous.  Prior experience with operation of a micro-SPECT or PET system is desired but not required.