Research Scientist I

Position Description:

Every day, in ways both big and small, the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is impacting lives for the better. MCW ... changemaking for a healthier Wisconsin. In the role of a Research scientist I you will be working in our Cancer Center.

Summary

This position is in the Translational Metabolomics-Preclinical Imaging Shared Resource. This position involves imaging mice, rats and other small animal models with multimodal imaging. The modalities available include 2D and 3D optical bioluminescence, fluorescence, radio/chemi luminescence, X-ray micro-computed tomography, and nuclear molecular imaging with Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) and Positron Emission Tomography(PET). The research scientist will train other investigators, supervise and independently perform studies the above listed modalities to advance the goals of the principal investigator's research projects. This includes performing experiments, processing and analyzing data, compiling results and monitoring quality control processes to ensure integrity of research.

Primary Responsibilities

• Train users in specific research protocols; develop training materials. Assist users in learning 2D and 3D image processing, analysis and visualization software for handling optical, X-ray CT, nuclear molecular imaging, and multimodality image fusion.
• Maintain equipment, including operating and monitoring the cardio-respiratory gating and anesthesia systems and scheduling maintenance as needed. Ensures that the system hardware and software are functioning properly.
• Supervise and maintain the laser safety, radiation safety, and biosafety protocols for safe and appropriate use of optical, X-ray, and nuclear molecular imaging scanners.
• Train users and conduct optical imaging as well as ionizing radiation based functional and molecular imaging procedures with targeted gamma radiation and positron emitting isotopes.
• Design and execute complex research procedures.
• Develop and perform routine and complex protocols for research programs.
• Coordinate research study activities; lead and manage projects.
• Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring quality activities.
• Collaborate with principle investigators in determining study design and performing statistical analyses.
• Perform and develop protocols for imaging data storage, dissemination, and archiving.
• Develop new methodologies for lab procedures.
• Maintain supplies, may negotiate with vendors, track purchase orders.
• Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, evaluate lab procedures.
• May oversee the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction/delegation/prioritizing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Knowledge of radioisotope handling, molecular imaging with targeted optical and radionuclide probes, biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
  • Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills

Preferred Schedule:



Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00

Position Requirements:

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for edcuation on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: PhD or equivalent degree in a scientific field, or MS with >5 years experience in imaging research and multimodality scanner operation

Minimum Required Experience: None

Preferred Education: Doctoral degree with focus in imaging and/or medical physics

Preferred Experience: Prior nuclear molecular imaging experience, experience with use of 3D image processing software tools, Familiarity with Revvity (Formerly known as PerkinElmer) and/or MILABs optical and x-ray CT/nuclear imaging scanners or similar small animal imaging devices.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

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