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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

PET Radiotracer Characterization & Development

Responsibilities*

The successful candidate will work on projects characterizing the imaging properties of novel PET radiotracers in preclinical models. 

Responsibilities will include wet lab work such as binding assays and autoradiography; basic image data analysis, including opportunities for training in kinetic modeling; and assisting in performing imaging and metabolite analysis procedures.

Required Qualifications*

  • Ph.D. degree in biomedical engineering, biochemistry, molecular biology, neuroscience, or related field.
  • Evidence of creativity and excitement applying skills to studying novel biological problems
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively with a diverse research team.

Desired Qualifications*

  • Experience with radioligand binding and/or autoradiography assays
  • Established record of peer-reviewed scientific publication
  • Prior experience / comfort with computer programming is a plus

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

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The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.