Associate Radiochemist - New Haven - XingImaging, LLC

Description

Position Overview

The Associate Radiochemist is a full-time onsite position in our New Haven, Connecticut research facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the synthesis, quality control, and assist with the development of radiopharmaceuticals. This role involves working in a GMP-compliant/regulated environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

About XingImaging:

XingImaging, a subsidiary of MITRO, is a leading provider of advanced research imaging and radiopharmaceutical services. Our New Haven facility offers a comprehensive range of services, including clinical trial activities and support, advanced imaging, radiotracer manufacturing, and leading imaging analysis services. We are committed to delivering high-quality imaging solutions and accelerating the development of life-saving treatments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform synthesis and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals or radioactive compounds.
• Develop and optimize radiochemical processes for production and research purposes.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, radiation safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and complete lab data notebooks as per cGLP and/or cGMP, as appropriate.
• Follow all safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment when handling radioactive materials.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain radiochemical equipment and instruments. Monitor manufacturing equipment to ensure performance and safety standards are met.
• Adhere to all applicable procedures, cGLP, cGMPs, company policies and any other quality or regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including chemists, clinicians, and QA and regulatory specialists.
• As assigned, travel to production facilities within and outside of North America to assist with set-up and transfer production and QC techniques at contract manufacture organizations (CMO).

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's in Radiochemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related field.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC and GC.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Must be willing to work with radioactive materials and follow strict safety guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred but not required:

• Experience in radiopharmaceutical production, radiochemistry, or a similar field is preferred.
• Knowledge of radiation safety and handling of radioactive materials.
• Familiarity with GMP, FDA, or other regulatory standards is a plus.
• Familiarity with automated synthesis modules.
• Knowledge of preclinical and clinical research protocols.

Unique Department Requirements:

• This position works in an environment with radioactive materials, radiopharmaceuticals.
• May need to lift up to 50 pounds
• Depending on assignment, it may include travel (up to 50%) to contract manufacturing companies.

PLEASE NOTE:

Please note that since this is position is at least partially onsite, in the case of epidemic or other health crisis, employee must be willing to take reasonable steps to ensure that bacterial and viral infections are not spread to others including but not limited to temperature checks, vaccinations, exclusion from the office building, and other precautions as required by the building's landlord.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan

XingImaging, a Mitro Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability,genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.