Postdoctoral Research Associate – Radiochemistry; Isotope Production

Brookhaven National Laboratory Isotope Research and Production Department prepares certain commercially unavailable radioisotopes for distribution to the nuclear medicine community and performs research to develop new radioisotopes for investigators. The program also performs irradiations for non-isotope applications, sells by-products, and explores new product opportunities.

The BNL Isotope Research & Production Department (IP) has an opening for a 2-year term Postdoctoral Research Associate to participate in multidisciplinary research projects focusing on production, processing, and purification of medical and research radioisotopes. The successful candidate is expected to have excellent knowledge of radio chemical separations and the ability to collaborate with other group members and external collaborators.

• Participate in proposing experiments to aid the IP program mission
• Plan experiments that satisfy safety requirements and operational constraints
• Develop and test methods for the separation and purification of radionuclides of interest
• Document experimental results and prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
• Prepare presentations to summarize research findings for internal and external audiences
• Follow conduct of operations

• Ph.D. in Radiochemistry, Nuclear Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, or a closely related field conferred within the past 5 years or to be completed prior to the starting date
• Experience with radioactive materials and radio chemical techniques or a record of academic training in the field
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
• Ability to work with scientific literature to summarize project‑relevant information
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to follow written procedures and manuals
• Demonstrated ability to successfully collaborate with other researchers
• Applicants must provide a list of publications where the first and co‑first author are clearly identified
• Effective communication, including writing, speaking, and interpersonal communication
• Ability to work after hours on planned occasions
• Excellent command of MS Office applications

• Experience with separation techniques such as ion chromatography, precipitation, solvent extraction, etc.
• Experience with radioisotope production and purification
• Experience with radiolabeling complexes
• Familiarity with hot cell or glovebox operations
• Experience in AI/ML and automation in chemical processes
• Experience in gamma spectroscopy and techniques of inorganic analytical chemistry
• Experience in training students or junior personnel

• This is a 2-year term assignment.
• Postdoctoral Research Associate appointments are made to individuals who earned their doctorate within the past five years. Eligible candidates may not exceed a combined total of five years of relevant post‑PhD experience excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness, or other life‑changing events.

The full salary range for this position is $71,900 – $85,000 per year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualifications, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.

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