PET Radiopharm Technician – Radiology Full-time

Radiopharmaceutical Production Specialist

Position is responsible for the production of radiopharmaceuticals for clinical and research purposes and performs quality-control analyses; this includes human/animal radiometabolite studies. This position is responsible for the quality control of both clinical and investigational radiopharmaceuticals using standard operating procedures.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares radiopharmaceuticals for clinical and research use.
• Performs standardized analytical analyses of final radiopharmaceutical preparations for clinical or research purposes.
• Performs analysis of radio metabolites for C-11 tracer studies in humans and animals.
• Helps to perform basic maintenance on instruments used for clinical/research radiopharmaceutical production and quality control. Reports difficulties immediately.
• Helps prepare sterile reagents used in the production of radiopharmaceuticals; follows all appropriate SOPs for pharmaceutical preparations 100% of the time.
• Orders necessary supplies and equipment in a timely and cost-efficient manner; checks loading dock for incoming packages and appropriately receives incoming orders.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Associate degree – Chemistry

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree – Chemistry

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Laboratory Equipment, Computer Literacy, Detail-Oriented, Gas Chromatography (GC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office 365, Radioactivity, Recordkeeping, Synthetic Chemistry, Thin-Layer Chromatography (TLC)

Grade

C09-H

Salary Range

$22.78 – $34.21 / Hourly. The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.