Sr. Research Associate, Radiology

Sr. Research Associate, Radiology (905066)

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Works under minimal direction to plan, coordinate, perform, and supervise performance of professional level medical or scientific research assignments related to a particular or specialized field of endeavor. The Department of Radiology is looking for a full‑time Senior Research Associate to join Dr. Sun (Xiankai) Lab to support the clinical operations of the Cyclotron and Radiochemistry Program (CRP). The role will function as a quality‑control and radiochemistry specialist, ensuring the quality delivery of investigational radiopharmaceuticals for clinical practice and research at UT Southwestern in full compliance with FDA regulations.

• Perform quality‑control (QC) assays, including troubleshooting for investigational radiopharmaceuticals manufactured by the cyclotron facility, according to established SOPs.
• Maintain QC lab instruments and records of CRP's material supplies in accordance with FDA Guidance for PET Drugs – Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP).
• Develop new QC SOPs for investigational new drug (IND) applications.
• Participate in the design, development, and evaluation of novel radiotracers.
• Serve as a backup to CRP's Regulatory Affairs Officer Associate.

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer

Education

• PhD with major coursework in the field of assignment
• Master's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment
• Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment

Experience

• No experience required with PhD
• 5 years of laboratory experience with a Master's Degree, including at least 2 years at the level of Research Associate or equivalent
• 6 years of laboratory experience with a Bachelor's Degree, including at least 2 years at the level of Research Associate or equivalent

• Organize and manage the laboratory, assign tasks to subordinates, and review completed work for quality and desired results.
• Compile and evaluate research data, and develop new or revised techniques and procedures based on such data.
• Perform or supervise design, development, or adaptation of equipment or apparatus used in experiments to obtain desired results.
• Compile and analyze results of research assignments and submit to the principal investigator.
• Instruct medical students, graduate students, residents, and other lower‑grade laboratory personnel on techniques, procedures, and equipment used in research.
• Collaborate with industrial, governmental, or other professional groups regarding progress or results of research assignments.
• Assist the principal investigator and other professionals in preparing reports and papers for publication, often responsible for writing specific segments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Security

This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the university community. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we prohibit unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. We also prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.