Laboratory Assistant

Wilson Lab - Assistant/Associate/Full Professional Research SeriesThe Wilson Lab is seeking applications for a Professional Researcher at the Assistant, Associate, or Full rank. The Professional Researcher will be leading the laboratory's chemical/radiochemical development program and acquiring funding. You will be expected to obtain all preliminary data needed for extramural grant applications and write/submit full applications as principal investigator or co-principal investigator. As a Wilson Lab member, you will be interfacing extensively with cyclotron personnel as well as regulatory bodies including the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA).Required Qualifications:Appointees in the Professional Research series must possess a doctorate or its equivalent in organic chemistry and/or radiochemistryPreferred Qualifications:The successful applicant will have advanced training in chemistry, radiochemistry, analytic techniques, microbiology and animal models. In addition, experience writing peer-reviewed publications and grant applicationsThe successful applicant will require outstanding communication skills to organize the efforts of junior personnelExperience with the translation of PET radiopharmaceuticals is essential to this roleAbility to develop new research directions independentlyStrong history of scientific collaboration and potential to develop a sustained source of research fundingExcellent (high impact) publications in chemistry, radiochemistry, and imaging sciencesPrincipal investigator for a grantCompletion of post-doctoral fellowshipSee Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $93,400-$248,400.Please apply online at with a CV and contact information for three references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all the qualifications at the time of appointment.