Ithaca, New York
Sacramento, California
Davis, California
Birmingham, Alabama
ST. LOUIS, Missouri
Sacramento, California
Birmingham, Alabama
Davis, California
Birmingham, Alabama
Ithaca, New York
Posted: 12-Mar-25
Location: ST. LOUIS, Missouri
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Internal Number: JR87764
Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
This position is part of the WashU Cyclotron Facility and Nuclear Pharmacy. This position is responsible for producing clinical and investigational radiopharmaceuticals using standard operating procedures. This position will undertake several different activities, including maintenance of equipment, ordering of necessary supplies and accepting materials to be used on a daily basis.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepares radiopharmaceuticals for clinical and research use.
- Performs 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 maintain instruments used for clinical/research radiopharmaceutical production and quality control; trouble shoots as required.
- 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.
- Ability to frequently lift 25 pounds or more.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Associate degree - Chemistry
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
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:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Laboratory Equipment, Computer Literacy, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Laboratory Techniques, Prioritization, Radioactivity, Recordkeeping, Thin-layer Chromatography (TLC) AnalysisGrade
C09-HSalary Range
$22.78 - $34.21 / HourlyThe 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.Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
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? Weâ™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/AA 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 Universityâ™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.Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
