Principal Scientist, Imaging Biomarker Research

The Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, is seeking applicants for a Scientist III level position with particular interest in research aimed at developing novel molecular imaging tracers for neuroscience applications. These imaging radiotracers will facilitate the diagnosis of brain diseases based on their molecular pathology and hence the development of therapeutics. The successful candidate will design and pursue research approaches aimed at identifying highly potent and selective ligands for pathological proteins, perform and supervise medicinal chemistry research, supervise the day-to-day activities of staff, interact with external research groups, interpret, summarize and present results, and monitor the program's budget. She or he will conduct literature reviews and assist in writing publications as well as grant applications. We seek applicants with a track record of outstanding research accomplishments and an ability to work in a highly collegial and collaborative academic environment.

• The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire.

• This is a fixed-term terminal appointment that is expected to last for two years from the date of hire. This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding.

• This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

• Serves as an institutional subject matter expert and liaison with key internal and external stakeholders providing expert level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

• Identifies research problems and develops highly complex research methodologies and procedures. Publishes and presents results to help advance research

• May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit and staff and resolve routine personnel issues

• Identifies, writes, or assists in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, and proposals to secure research funding

• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials and, disseminates information to appropriate entities

• Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures

• Collects and analyzes highly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, ADRC WRAP Biospecimen Lab

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a world-class academic institution with an international reputation for basic, translational and cross-disciplinary research and is located in the heart of one of the country's most livable cities. This position will be housed in the Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, which is home to a robust array of research programs focused on Alzheimer's disease, Biology of Aging and Neuroimaging, among other topics, and includes the NIH-funded Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. As part of a new Biomarker Development Lab for Age-related Neurodegenerative Disease, this position will also collaborate closely with faculty and research colleagues in the Department of Medical Physics within the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.

The starting salary for the position is $90,000; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.

• Minimum of 5 years relevant postdoctoral experience.

• Minimum of 3 years of scientific project and laboratory management experience

• Minimum of 3 years of medicinal chemistry experience

• Experience with relevant laboratory analytical techniques such as 1H/13C-NMR, HPLC, GC, TLC, MS, etc.

• Experience participating in multi-disciplinary drug discovery projects involving sample testing, managing internal and external resources, interpreting, summarizing and communicating results to stakeholders.

Preference will be given to applicants with a broad knowledge base in organic chemistry, including:

• Organic synthesis of heterocyclic compounds,

• Synthesis of small analogue libraries,

• Lead characterization and optimization experience

• Scale up of lead compounds to produce multi-gram quantities

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Radiochemistry, or related field is required.

To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume/CV

Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

Beckie Jeffers, bjeffers@medicine.wisc.edu

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