Senior Associate Scientist

At RayzeBio, every day is an opportunity to ignite meaningful change. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, RayzeBio blends the nimble, pioneering spirit of an emergent biotech with the global expertise and resources of a leading innovator in oncology. Our mission is to develop transformative radiopharmaceutical therapies that offer new hope for patients living with cancer. Here, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is amplified, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. From day one, expect to make an immediate impact—on our science, on our teams, and most importantly, on patients. Learn more about RayzeBio: https://careers.bms.com/rayzebio/

RayzeBio, a Bristol Myers Squibb company, is a dynamic biotechnology company headquartered in San Diego, CA. The company is focused on improving survival of people with cancer by harnessing the power of targeted radioisotopes. RayzeBio is developing innovative drugs against targets of solid tumors. Led by a successful and experienced entrepreneurial team, RayzeBio aims to be the global leader in radiopharmaceuticals

The role offers an opportunity to conduct in vivo imaging studies (Positron Emission Tomography and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography) to understand the in vivo behavior of potential RPT therapies.  The role is highly technical and will need a person with deep technical in the operation of imaging systems, data processing, and able to work under tight timelines. The role requires an ability and willingness to work with radioactive isotopes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate nuclear medicine imaging modalities (Positron Emission Tomography [PET] and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography [SPECT]) in accordance with established SOPs to support screening, efficacy characterization, and lead identification of novel radiopharmaceutical therapy (RPT) agents.

• Partner closely with In Vivo scientists to support animal study preparation, specialized housing, monitoring, and overall in vivo experimental needs.

• Collaborate with Imaging Scientists to execute imaging studies, including animal handling, identification/marking, and physical monitoring throughout imaging procedures.

• Perform dosing, animal handling and monitoring, and collect blood and tissue samples as required for imaging studies.

• Maintain imaging lab at the highest operational and compliance standards and manage inventory and supply ordering.

Education and Experience

• BS or MS in Veterinarian Science, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Radiological Sciences or a related field with significant portion of work that demonstrates a hands-on familiarity with animal handling techniques.

• 5 years of post BS or 3 years post MS of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech R&D environments

• Experience in working on nuclear medicine imaging modalities such as Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT), or Computed Tomography (CT) is highly desirable. 

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of animal handling/dosing techniques.

• Hands-on experience in nuclear imaging modalities such as SPECT, CT, PET are highly desired.

• Excellent communication skills in a teamwork setting.

• Uses AI tools to enhance individual productivity and quality of work

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Compensation Overview:

San Diego - RayzeBio - CA: $95,505 - $115,730

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

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