Principal Scientist, Imaging Biomarker Research

Job Summary

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.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials and, disseminates information to appropriate entities
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Collections and analyzes highly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
• Identifies, writes, or assists in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, and proposals to secure research funding
• 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
• Maintains and monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant postdoctoral experience
• Minimum of 2 years of scientific project and laboratory management experience
• Minimum of 3 years of medicinal chemistry experience
• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or closely related discipline, is required

Department

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

Compensation

The starting salary for the position is $90,000 annually; 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.

Contact Information

Rachael Wilson, rewilson3@wisc.edu