Chemist Fulltime

COMPANY DESCRIPTION The McConnell Brain Imaging Centre at the Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI) - McGill University, is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to pushing the boundaries of brain research through advanced neuroimaging technologies.
Equipped with cutting-edge neuroimaging tools like high resolution PET, 7T MRI & MEG scanners, BIC facilitates interdisciplinary research, supports projects on neurological disorders, and plays a crucial role in training the next generation of scientists in the fields of neuroscience, neurology & neuropsychiatry.
This is a full-time on-site role for a radiochemist (legal title: research technician(Bio-Med)), located at MNI, in downtown Montreal, QC.

Participate in the production and quality control of radioactive PET tracers (C11, F18 & other PET radioisotopes) for clinical research purposes , sometimes in the early morning hours or saturdays.
• Perform technical tasks in the fields of preparative HPLC and synthesis modules.
• Organise and carry out laboratory projects and experiments within objectives set by the supervisor.
• Provide technical guidance and assistance concerning work methods, the use of equipment & accompanied technical material, to researchers using the PET facilities.
• Compiles & maintains experimental and analytical data as well as assures that backups are routinely made.
• Analyzes & discusses results & their interpretation with the director & other lab members.
• Participate in devising new experimental methodology & help optimize new procedures.
• That includes cleanroom cleaning and environmental monitoring.
• Use & maintain equipment, & assures proper working procedures & cleanliness in use by others in the lab.
• Maintain chemical and equipment inventories, ensure compliance with safety regulations in the use of equipment.

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry is required; Master's degree is an asset.
• Proficient in chromatography techniques, particularly in flash and HPLC.
• Demonstrated expertise in organic chemistry mechanisms and proficiency in designing and executing organic synthesis .
• Familiarity with radiochemistry is an asset.
• Analytical and Laboratory skills
• Knowledge of safety regulations in laboratory practices

Applicants must be able to work legally in Canada (Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or work permit holders)

Job Type : Full-time (35h per week)
• Starting from $33-34 per hour
• Monday to Friday (sometimes early morning hours)
• Occasional Saturdays as needed