Research Fellow, Radiology

Department:

05509 WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Radiology: Xray

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Hours could vary depending on grants workload.

Pay Range

$30.15 - $45.25

This post-doc research fellow will work on to developing, evaluating and designing novel PET imaging radiotracers for neurological disorders in rodent and nonhuman primate models. The candidate will also validate new biological methods to characterize their binding affinity in vivo, ex vivo, and in vitro using established lab protocols and resources.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and synthesize novel ligands for imaging of Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers.
• Develop and optimize radiolabeling protocols 
• Perform in vitro and in vivo evaluation of probe specificity, stability, and pharmacokinetics.
• Collaborate with neuroscientists, pharmacologists, and imaging specialists.
 

Our Commitment To You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

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