PET Radiochemist

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Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The PET Radiochemist is responsible for the daily production and quality control of routine PET drugs. The PET RC assists in the synthesis of PET radiopharmaceuticals for clinical and research studies. The PET Radiochemist will also be responsible for completing and maintaining the appropriate documentation required by federal and state agencies associated with the production and distribution of the PET drug product/radioisotopes. The PET Radiochemist will help in set up and maintain automated chemistry modules and other laboratory equipment and the development of synthesis procedures in the production of PET radiopharmaceuticals/radioisotopes and will provide instruction and training to other radiochemistry staff as needed.

PET Radiochemist – quality control:
• Responsible for daily quality control of routine PET drug products
• Responsible for setup and use of analytical chemistry equipment
• Responsible for assessing suitability of incoming materials
• Responsible for determining acceptability of productions for release
• Responsible for retrospective testing on productions post-release
• Responsible for quality control method validation and post repair instrument verification.

PET Radiochemist – quality assurance:
• Responsible for qualification and monitoring of all vendors and suppliers.
• Responsible for the accuracy and upkeep of documentation used in all aspects of the facility
• Responsible for ensuring adequate training of all PET Radiochemists
• Responsible for conducting regular internal audits and self-inspections
• Involved in deviation/OOS and CAPA investigations
• Reviews and approves change control events and processes.

Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, nuclear medicine technology, pharmacy or related field. Experience in handling PET radiopharmaceuticals/radioisotopes working with radioactivity such as in a PET radiochemistry lab, nuclear medicine environment, or commercial nuclear chemistry laboratory specializing in PET radioisotope production.

Additional Qualifications

Experience in helping develop synthesis procedures is preferred. Candidate should have strong skills in teaching and training, and with group interaction and presentations.

License or Certification

Basic Life Support Certification is required upon hire and must be valid for 90 days or greater from start date. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) and clinical Competency.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$40.47 – $60.73 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

M-F; 5 days a week

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Charlie Shelton

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