Scientist I - Molecular PET Imaging, In vivo mouse models

Scientist I - Molecular PET Imaging, In vivo mouse models
Length of Contract: 2 years
Location/Site: Abbott Park - Lake County, IL - 100% onsite
Hourly Rate: $32-35/hr (medical benefits available at a cost)

Orion Group is hiring a Scientist for our global pharmaceutical client in Abbott Park, IL. This is an exciting long-term contract opportunity to work on world-class research with a diverse group of brilliant scientific minds on pre-clinical imaging studies that will be key to development of life-saving pharmaceuticals!

What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:
1. Has experience with handling radioactive compounds. Able and willing to continue to work with it.
2. Animal handling skills - preferably experience with rodents
3. Fast learner and able to adapt to a dynamic environment
4. Able to work together in a team (team player)
5. Cares to get the job done and to do it well.
Purpose:
The primary function of this position is to conduct preclinical in vivo positron emission tomography (PET) imaging studies

Responsibilities:
* Provide experimental support for preclinical imaging studies in rodents and large animals, including formulation and administration of radiotracer/contrast agent/compound, image data acquisition, and blood sampling
* Operate state of the art imaging systems, including a Mediso LFER 150 PET/CT, a Siemens Inveon PET/CT, and two Bruker MRI systems
* Function as the study coordinator of several preclinical imaging studies
* Develop and ensure high quality study protocols
* Support preclinical PET imaging studies by analyzing blood or tissue samples
* Perform analysis of imaging data using specialized software
* Ensure maintenance of imaging equipment, in close collaboration with vendor support team
* Conduct and interpret literature searches to aid in the understanding and improvement of imaging studies
* Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment through diligent handling and use-tracking of radioactive materials
* Communicate key results to team members and project stakeholders and contribute to study reports

Qualifications:
* BS in pharmacology, biochemistry, cell/molecular biology, or a related field with typically 5 years of experience, or master's degree or equivalent education with typically 3 years of experience
* Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred
* The preferred candidate will have diverse experience in animal handling and a well-developed interest in working with advanced imaging techniques
* Demonstrated skills in molecular imaging or in vivo pharmacology
* Experience working with radioactivity preferred; willingness and ability to work with radioactivity required

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