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Mayo Clinic PET Radiochemist in Rochester, Minnesota

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

PET Radiochemists are responsible for the daily production and quality control of routine PET drugs products. Completes production of PET drug products for both clinical and clinical research studies. Completes setup of automated PET synthesizer modules and analytical chemistry equipment. Assists in basic maintenance of automated PET synthesizer modules and analytical chemistry equipment. Completes and maintains appropriate documentation associated with manufacture of PET drug products and radionuclides under Food and Drug Administration's Current Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines for PET drug products. Completes and maintains appropriate documentation associated with production of PET drug products and radionuclides for clinical research under USP general chapter for PET drug products. Assists in the development of PET drug products and radionuclides. Provides instruction and training to other PET radiochemistry staff as needed.

This posting is for two separate positions in a newly formed quality department within PET Radiochemistry. One position will focus on quality control, the other on quality assurance duties.

Quality control duties will include determining the suitability of incoming materials, setup and use of analytical chemistry equipment, daily quality control of routine PET drug products, determining the acceptability of productions for release, completing retrospective testing on productions post-release, involvement in quality control method validation and post repair instrument verification.

Quality assurance duties will include qualification and monitoring of all vendors and suppliers, development and maintenance of all documentation, review of batch records for completion and accuracy, ensuring adequate and timely training for all PET radiochemists, conducting regular internal audits and self-inspections, involvement in deviation/OOS and CAPA investigation, and review and approval of change control events and processes.”

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or nuclear medicine technology certification, or pharmacy certification. Must have a strong background in analytical chemistry, preferably organic chemistry. Experience working with radioactivity such as in a PET radiochemistry laboratory, nuclear medicine environment, or commercial nuclear pharmacy specializing in PET drug production. Strong word processing and database skills specifically with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Additional Qualifications

Two years experience in production, manufacturing and handling PET drug products is preferred. Experience assisting in the development of PET drug synthesis procedures is preferred. Prior experience teaching, training, group interaction and presentations.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$40.47 - $60.73 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

M-F, 8 working hours per day. Shift times may vary, depending on need.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Kianne Wohlfert

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

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