16-Oct-2023

Radiology and Biomedical Imaging - Admin and Faculty Affairs

84810BR

University Job Title

Research Associate 3, MS

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Compensation Grade

Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile

Research Associate 3 MS (26)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Research/Support

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Medical School Campus

Worksite Address

300 Cedar Street
New Haven, CT 06510

Position Focus:

The PET Center Radiochemistry Manager is responsible for managing the PET Center Radiochemistry section serving as the lead chemist. This position will manage the clinical assistants – PET Radiochemists, research associates, and students, and also carry out research activities in the laboratory; Participates in the synthesis and biological evaluation of novel PET radiotracers and translation to human use. Perform independent research, experiments, and laboratory work. Responsible for laboratory upkeep and safety measures.

Duties include: Working closely with the principal investigators of research projects in the management and execution of research activities. Optimize radiopharmaceutical production schedule to ensure maximum productivity. Oversee team of clinical assistants – PET Radiochemists and Research Associates. Manage and carry out the evaluation, implementation and translation of novel PET radiotracers for preclinical and clinical research studies through the development, optimization, and validation of novel radiosynthesis protocols. Manages and carries out the development, optimization and implementation of analytical methods for characterization of metabolites in biological matrixes. Participates in the supervision and training of new members of the research team including postdoctoral fellows, visiting scientists, and students. Manages and coordinates scheduling of research activities. Manages and participates in the production, purification and quality control of PET radiotracers for use in clinical research projects. Manages, operates, maintains, and calibrates laboratory equipment, instruments and devices. Manages and maintains accurate records of methods, results and observations in scientific experiments. Manages and maintains required service contracts for laboratory equipment and instruments. Participates in and contributes to the writing of conference abstracts, project reports manuscripts, research grant applications. Manages and participates in the preparation of regulatory documents for submission of Investigational New Drug (IND) applications to the FDA, for example, preparation of documents for Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC). Manages and participates in quality assurance activities in the radiochemistry laboratory. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

1. Designs, plans, implements and evaluates complex, multifaceted research projects/systems, including method development, adaptation and validation. 2. Stays abreast of technological/scientific developments in the field and determine when to incorporate them into experimental plans. 3. Establishes policies and procedures for research projects. 4. Solves complex methodology, protocol, procedural and research problems through adapting new techniques that will achieve research goals. 5. Formulates and implements short and long-range goals for the operation of the lab. Sets priorities, assigns responsibilities, and establishes timelines. Projects future needs and formulates operational strategies consistent with projects. 6. Manages a research facility determining appropriate scientific techniques, equipment and administrative procedures. Supervises exempt and non-exempt staff. 7. Coordinates major lab renovations working with Facilities, Health and Safety, and Purchasing to ensure deadlines, safety standards and purchases are according to plans and within budgets. 8. Investigates, analyzes and evaluates complex data, specialized data collection systems and methods to reach scientific conclusions and ensure the integrity of research data. 9. Authors articles for research publications and professional journals. 10. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline and five years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Self-motivated and high level of initiative and comprehension; demonstrated logical and critical thinking skills.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Ability to supervise and manage a team with a commitment to training and teamwork.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to address the needs of individuals at all levels throughout the University.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Proven ability manufacturing radiopharmaceuticals and validating new synthesis methods.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Proven ability preparing NCR, CAPAS and reviewing executed documents.

Weekend Hours Required?

Occasional

Evening Hours Required?

Occasional

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

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https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

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