Research Radiochemist/Theranostics
The Department of Radiology & Medical Imaging at the University of Virginia (UVA) within the School of Medicine (SOM) seeks applications for a tenure-track research faculty position at an Assistant or Associate Professor level. We are seeking applicants whose research focuses on the design, development, translation, production, and/or utilization of precision molecular imaging, PET-based diagnostic agents, radiotheranostics, immuno-PET approaches, targeted imaging probes, and related technologies.
The faculty member will have a unique opportunity to work with a diverse, multi-disciplinary clinical and research community and investigate questions and applications related to oncologic, neurologic, cardiovascular and infectious diseases as well as other domains.
The candidate would also have access to the Radiochemistry Core, a well-equipped cGMP (certified Good Manufacturing Practice operating under USP <823>) Radiopharmaceutical laboratory capable of synthesizing novel PET drugs for both preclinical and human trials, and radiotheranostic agents for preclinical use.
Expectations associated with this faculty position include:
- Developing an independent and well-funded research program;
- Generating innovative and meaningful scientific data to present at academic conferences and publish in high impact journals;
- Building relationships and working collaboratively with other researchers and clinician scientists within the Department and Institution as well as other organizations;
- Establishing a national and international reputation;
- Helping to educate and train the next generation of research scientists in precision molecular imaging/PET-based diagnostic and theranostic approaches; and
- Inspiring a culture of respect and inclusivity.
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree, preferably PhD in radiochemistry, chemistry, molecular imaging, cancer biology, immunology, nuclear medicine, biomedical sciences, or a related field is required. Candidates should have a strong record of research in molecular imaging, PET imaging, radiotheranostics, radiopharmaceutical sciences, or related disciplines.
- Candidate should be able to work independently and train junior lab personnel.
- Expertise in organic chemistry, radiochemistry, molecular probe development, antibody engineering, imaging agent development, or related translational technologies is preferred.
- Experience with radiopharmaceutical development, molecular imaging agents, PET tracer development, radiotheranostics, or collaborative radiochemistry research is required. Direct experience with radiopharmaceutical synthesis, QC/QA procedures, and 18F, 11C, and/or radiometal radiolabeling is preferred.
- Familiarity with a wide range of laboratory techniques related to molecular imaging and/or radiotheranostics is required.
- The selected candidate should have excellent written and spoken English skills.
Application Instructions
Submit application and include CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references (apply.interfolio.com/188602).
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