The Cyclotron and Radicohemistry Program in the Department of Radiology (https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/departments/radiology/) at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, to explore chemistry methodologies for novel theranostic agent development.

Major research resources available include a recently established state-of-the-art Cyclotron and Radiochemistry Program (CRP) (http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/research/cyclotron/index.html) and a Small Animal Imaging Shared Resource (SAISR) funded by an NCI Cancer Center Support Grant (https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/departments/simmons/research/shared-resources/). Equipped with a GE PETtrace 880 cyclotron and a Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) Radiopharmacy, the CRP produces PET radiotracers as needed on fourteen (14) US-FDA Investigational New Drug (IND) and one (1) Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) approvals for clinical PET practice and research, in addition to over fifty (50) preclinical radiotracers for studies in various diseased animal models.  With a comprehensive set of preclinical animal imaging modalities, the SAISR enables noninvasive assessment of anatomy, pathophysiology, molecular targets, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and dosimetry.

Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. in synthetic chemistry.  Experience in radiochemistry and molecular imaging is preferred but not required.  

Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found at http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/postdocs.   

UT Southwestern Research and Training at a Glance:

·          World’s No. 3 health care institution for publishing high-quality scientific research, according to the 2023 Nature Index

·          Home to nationally and internationally recognized physicians and scientists, including Nobel Laureates, HHMI investigators, members of the National Academy of Sciences and of Medicine

·          Over $550M in research funding

·          Comprehensive core facilities

·          Burgeoning biotech hub

·          Blackstone LaunchPad entrepreneurial training and tools

·          Postdoctoral certificate program, including nanocourses

·          Graduate Career Development Office

·          Postdocs have gone into careers in academia, biotech, pharma, consulting, and non-profits

Compensation & Benefits

Postdoctoral Scholars are eligible for:

• ·         Pay at the level of NIH NRSA stipends or higher and yearly pay review
• ·         Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans·       
• Retirement Benefits for Employees
• ·       Relocation expenses for eligible appointments
• ·        Student parking rates
• Access to the Student Center and Student Health/Student Wellness

Dallas offers big-city excitement with quiet suburbs, a mix of Texas friendliness and cosmopolitan offerings.

Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. in synthetic chemistry.  Experience in radiochemistry and molecular imaging is preferred but not required.  

Please upload your CV.

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, UT Southwestern prohibits 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.

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

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/