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RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Tampa, FL · On-site

General Responsibilities A Research Scientist conducts advanced studies in a specific field ... Understands and contributes to radiation safety protocol and procedures. * Supports daily ...

UAB NOVA RENT

RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Birmingham, AL · On-site

General Responsibilities A Research Scientist conducts advanced studies in a specific field ... Understands and contributes to radiation safety protocol and procedures. * Supports daily ...

Ametek

Senior Research Scientist

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$94K - $120K/yr

The Senior Research Scientist leads research and development activities related to semiconductor radiation detector technology used in ORTEC gamma-ray spectroscopy and radiation measurement products.

Ametek

Senior Research Scientist

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$94K - $120K/yr

The Senior Research Scientist leads research and development activities related to semiconductor radiation detector technology used in ORTEC gamma-ray spectroscopy and radiation measurement products.

AMETEK, Inc.

Senior Research Scientist

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

The Senior Research Scientist leads research and development activities related to semiconductor radiation detector technology used in ORTEC gamma-ray spectroscopy and radiation measurement products.

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RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Tampa, FL • On-site

UAB
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Position Summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Radiology Chair Office, is in search of a skilled and dedicated Research Scientist to join their team.

Must successfully obtain DOT certification for shipping of radioactive materials within the first six (6) months of employment.

General Responsibilities

A Research Scientist conducts advanced studies in a specific field, applying specialized knowledge to drive research projects. This role involves data analysis, interpretation of results, and contribution to scientific literature. The position requires collaboration with peers and adherence to established protocols, with moderate autonomy and responsibility for project deliverables. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  1. Performs PET Drug Quality Control testing involving sterility, gas chromatography, HPLC, TLC, pH, and other various related test in accordance with FDA requirements.

  2. Maintains cGMP compliance for cyclotron facility operations.

  3. Follows site-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) for facility.

  4. Understands and contributes to radiation safety protocol and procedures.

  5. Supports daily production of PET isotopes and the manufacture of radiopharmaceuticals.

  6. Provides maintenance and repair of PET.

  7. Manufacturing production and analytical equipment in accordance with manufacture specifications and cGMP's.

  8. Performs various clean-up and maintenance tasks as needed.

  9. Trouble shoot production issues. Inventory, order, receive and stock production materials.

  10. Works safely with radioactive materials.

  11. Capable of lifting 50 Ibs.

  12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range:   $ 70,425- $ 80,000

Qualifications

Doctorate degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience OR Master s degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience OR Bachelor s degree in a related field and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferences

  • Precise measurements, Microsoft Office, Acuity with numbers, and Problem-solving skills.

  • Ph.D. Degree in Organic Chemistry or related.

Key Skills

  • Being able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Ability to understand and follow regulations.

  • Ability to work well with others.

  • Ability to stay on task and be efficient without having to be micro-managed.

  • Multi-tasking, ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment, organized, written and verbal communication skills, team player.
     

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