As a Research Chemist, the incumbent will have a vital responsibility for ensuring the regulatory compliance, effectiveness, and reliability of the NIMH radiotracer production program, and for the continuous maintenance and development of its capability under a Quality Management System. In addition, this position is seen as a vital contributor to the PET Radiopharmaceutical Sciences Section (PRSS) program of novel PET radiotracer discovery and development.

Duties

The incumbment will serve as the Senior Research Chemist within PRRS, to include duties but not limited: Uniquely, contributes high-level radiochemical engineering expertise and skills on the design and creation of new automated radiosynthesis devices and their control systems. Engage in the development of new radiolabeling agents from cyclotron-produced starting materials, for application to positron emission tomography (PET) radiotracer production and experimental radiochemistry. Identifies, defines, and selects specific problems for study, and determines the investigations and approaches that are likely to be most productive. Leads the development of satisfactory production methods for 'literature' and experimental PET radiotracers. Trains new members of the PET radiotracer production team in the regulatory, practical and technical aspects of PET radiotracer production under Current Good Manufacturing (CGMP)-like conditions (e.g., SOPs, CMC sections, eINDs). Presents information and data arising from performance of duties in verbal settings (e.g., internal and external seminars, scientific meetings, etc.), or non-verbal settings (e.g., poster presentations at scientific meetings). Contributes verbally and in writing to scientific reports and publications arising from laboratory research

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Position requires Education
• Work requires regular recurring physical exertion, such as standing for prolonged periods. Research procedures require dexterity and manipulative skills above those of an office environment.
• Ensure you list ALL conditions of employment in this section or in the Additional Information section.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-14 level, if you meet the following qualification requirements: Basic Requirement: In order to qualify for a Research Chemist GS-1320 position, you must have completed a bachelor's or graduate or higher degree in physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering that included 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by course work in mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics OR a combination of education and experience course work equivalent to a major as shown above, including at least 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Additional Requirement: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: managing research programs focused on the development of radiochemistry and automated radiosynthesis devices; designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining radiochemical apparatus and radiosynthesis equipment; managing PET radiotracer production activities and presenting scientific findings and conclusions to the research community; assessing compliance of PET radiotracer production with regulations and standards; providing training on PET radiotracer production and radiochemistry. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12088585

Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Dr Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Brittany Williams
• Phone: 301-435-5721
• Email: [email protected]