Under general supervision, the SRA III will lead laboratory experiments involving chemical and biological assays, in vitro and in vivo testing of radiopharmaceuticals for both diagnostics and therapeutics, work with radioactivity and animals. The incumbent is expected to work independently while applying good judgment and experience to analyze and develop solutions to problems as they arise. The SRA will perform the duties below:
Lab work:
- Independently perform chemical and biological assays for testing molecular imaging agents and therapeutics.
- Independently perform animal studies for in vivo evaluation of molecular imaging agents and therapeutics.
- Develop, as needed, new chemical and biological assays for testing molecular imaging agents and therapeutics.
Administrative work:
- Apply for IACUC and BUA approval and maintenance of IACUC and BUA applications with the help of the PI.
- Manage the laboratory (keep track of supplies and order what is needed), keep lab in compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
Apply By Date 7/24/2025 by 11:59pm
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - FOR FULL CONSIDERATION, APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO UPLOAD LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION IF REQUIRED OF THE POSITION
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or a combination of experience and education required
- At least one-year extensive experience working with cellular and biochemical assays such as ELISA, flow cytometry, radioimmunoassay, proliferation, and viability assays.
- Extensive experience with animal handling, dissection, and aseptic techniques.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience operating equipment including gamma counters, balances, microscopes, flow cytometers, electrophoresis apparatus and nanodrop.
- Demonstrated knowledge of biology and molecular imaging.
- Demonstrated knowledge to train and guide personnel of varying skill levels including postdocs, Jr. Specialists, research staff, graduate, and undergraduate students.
- Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze and interpret scientific data.
- Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory practice, and applicable procedures and safety codes, EH&S regulations, and guidelines, including AALAC and NIH guidelines for animal care and safety.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Extensive experience working with radioisotopes including positron, alpha and beta emitters.
- Experience with radioactive and chemical waste and management.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS – PLEASE CONTACT YOUR RECRUITER WITH QUESTIONS REGARDING WHICH ACTIVITIES APPLY BY POSITION
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
- Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
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