Head of Radiopharmacology

Reporting Location: Rockville, MD

Primary Objective: The Head of Radiopharmacology will oversee the program including study design and study conduct.

Join our team to advance radiochemistry and cancer research, supporting the launch of our in vivo radio conjugate program. Act as the key liaison for in vivo study planning and execution utilizing radio conjugates for testing in Champions extensive PDX Tumorbank in preclinical mouse pharmacology studies.

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRODUCTIVITY EXPECTATIONS:

• Collaborate with stakeholders, leveraging expertise in radiochemistry and radiobiology for in vivo radio conjugate studies.
• Guide external vendors on radiolabeling sponsor molecules.
• Design and lead high-quality in vivo studies and product screening.
• Analyze data, communicate results, and manage preclinical research.
• Prepare and ensure quality of study protocols and reports.
• Conduct study tasks, including xenografts, dosing, and data analysis.
• Train staff in various techniques.
• Act as a subject matter expert to externally facing clients to assist with technical questions, data analysis and interpretation.
• Other duties may be assigned verbally at any time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Expertise in radiochemistry, radiobiology, molecular imaging, and therapeutic radionuclide production and handling.
• Expertise in conducting in vivo studies using radioconjugates therapeutically.
• Experience with analysis and interpretation in vivo data of radioconjugate pharmaceuticals.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• PhD in a relevant field (e.g., chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences).
• Expertise in radiochemistry, radiobiology, molecular imaging, and therapeutic radionuclide production.
• Experience with analysis and interpretation in vivo data of radioconjugates.
• Strong computer, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel.
• Must be able to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time using a computer in a typical office environment in a multi-level facility.
• Some activities require repetitive motion and reaching, pulling, or pushing.
• In carrying out the duties of the job there will be frequent exposure to fumes and chemical hazards
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.