Postdoctoral Research Associate Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR), Precision Radiotheranostics Translation Center (PRTC), WashU Medicine in United States

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Posted: 28-Sep-25

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Type: Full-time

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Academic/Faculty
Medical - Research

Internal Number: JR90626

Position Summary
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Molecular Imaging and Therapy
A postdoctoral research position is available at Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR), Precision Radiotheranostics Translation Center (PRTC), WashU Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, in the laboratory of Dr. Kooresh Shoghi. The postdoctoral candidate will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary translational imaging program involving molecular oncologists, cancer biologists, computational biologists, and imaging scientists focused on detecting breast cancer and predicting response to therapy. The position is part of a NCI-funded research program to advance precision oncology.
What We Offer:
* Access to state-of-the-art preclinical and clinical imaging facilities.
* Mentorship and professional development opportunities tailored to academic or industry career paths.
* A stimulating and collaborative environment within a leading cancer imaging research program.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/ .

Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):

• Radiochemistry of small molecule molecular imaging probes to interrogate tumor biology and predict response to therapy.
• Optimize and characterize imaging agents for preclinical and translational cancer studies.
• Collaborate with biologists, imaging scientists, and oncologists to evaluate probes in vitro and in vivo.
• Contribute to publications, grant proposals, and presentations.
• Assist with grant preparation and reporting.
• Prepare and submit papers on research.
• Assist in the design of research experiments.
• Evaluate research findings and assist in the reporting of the results.

Working Conditions:

This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

Salary Range:

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in radiochemistry, organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, nuclear chemistry, or a related field.
• Strong background in synthetic chemistry and/or radiochemistry (PET/SPECT tracers preferred).
• Experience with automated synthesis modules, purification, and quality control of radiotracers is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications:

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Collaboration, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations, Experimentation, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Techniques, Researching, Results Reporting, Scientific Writing

Questions

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Accommodation

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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