Senior Research Associate, Radiopharmacology

Location: Onsite in Rockville, Maryland, USA

Salary: $70,000–$80,000 per year

Company

hirify.global advances cancer research through radioconjugate studies and preclinical pharmacology using its PDX TumorBank.

What you will do

• Perform radiolabeling and purification of compounds using Lu-177, Ac-225, Pb-212, Cu-64, and Zr-89.
• Conduct quality control with radio-TLC and radio-HPLC.
• Run receptor binding, internalization, stability, and other cell-based in vitro assays.
• Prepare doses and process samples for in vivo radiopharmacology studies.
• Develop SOPs and assay workflows for conjugation, radiolabeling, and compound characterization.
• Process data, support client presentations, lead small-scale projects, and mentor entry-level research associates.

Requirements

• BS or MS in radiochemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or a related science, with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Laboratory experience performing chemistry or biochemistry reactions, including buffer preparation, solution preparation, weighing chemicals, and micropipetting.
• Experience with cell culture and cell-based assays.
• Strong project management, planning, organization, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with accountability, initiative, sound judgment, and attention to confidentiality.
• Ability to work onsite in Rockville, Maryland, with controlled exposure to chemical, radioactive, biological, and physical laboratory hazards.

Nice to have

• Experience with radiolabeling, radio-TLC/HPLC, or radioactive materials.
• Previous experience with radioactive materials; training will be provided.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, team-oriented radiopharmacology environment.
• Opportunity to support radiochemistry, radioconjugate, and cancer research programs.
• Work with radiochemistry equipment including dose calibrators, gamma counters, and radio-TLC/HPLC systems.
• Follow radiation safety protocols and institutional regulations while maintaining accurate electronic laboratory records.
• Physical requirements include lifting and moving packages up to 50 pounds and performing repetitive laboratory motions.