Nuclear Medicine Imaging Scientist

Imaging Endpoints (IE) is an Imaging Technology and Imaging Clinical Research Organization (iCRO). We are passionately focused on our vision to Connect Imaging to the Cure™. Everything we do is aligned with this singular purpose. We work every day excited to advance imaging science, technology, and services to bring curative technologies to humankind. We have supported many of the most impactful new drug approvals in oncology, and we are seeking the most talented individuals globally that are passionate in their desire to assist us in our mission to customize each clinical trial's imaging to optimize the opportunity to demonstrate efficacy.

Imaging Endpoints is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, with offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts; London, UK; Leiden, Netherlands; Basel, Switzerland; Hyderabad, India and Shanghai, China. We are an affiliate of HonorHealth, one of the largest healthcare systems nationally, and Scottsdale Medical Imaging Limited (SMIL / RadPartners), the largest private radiology group in the United States. We are recognized as the world's largest and most preeminent iCRO in oncology.

The Nuclear Medicine Imaging Scientist is primarily responsible for conducting a variety of QC / analysis procedures and providing medical writing support at a clinical trial level. This person is responsible for reviewing the imaging data received from the clinical trial imaging sites / sponsors to confirm specific protocol requirements have been met as well as ensuring technical adequacy and data integrity. In addition, this person will assist in project management duties within the operations and medical scientific affairs departments and serve as the imaging technical support for internal and external staff. The Nuclear Medicine Imaging Scientist shall interact with external clients, internal team members, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and Physician Consultant / Contracted reviewers around the development of required clinical trial documents when required. The Nuclear Medicine Imaging Scientist is responsible for assisting in the delivery of IE's central reader training, study procedures and protocol criteria when required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform technical quality review of images per trial specifications

Perform Quantitative image analysis

Perform Imaging data reconstruction per trial specifications

Manage research projects and early phase clinical trials for day-day activities

Complete quality control documentation according to standard operating procedures

Develop quality control documentation in conjunction with the Project Manager

Generate image queries to address technical issues, track those issues and ensure timely resolution

Clinical site and imaging center support

Creation and review of imaging site questionnaires

Develop training materials for imaging site personnel including Data Transmittal Form, Imaging Manual, Site Training slides, and other supplemental documents as needed

Technical training of imaging site personnel (on-site or telecon)

Develop Image QC Checklists for all studies with Nuclear Medicine as modality and assigned studies.

Collaborate with project internal teams to support sponsor specified project scope of work as required

Provide medical and scientific input to the following documents as necessary / applicable.

Project Management Plans

Imaging Review Charters

Reader Rules

Image Analysis Platform

Final Study Reports

Clinical Case Report Forms

Study Protocols

Provide training to Radiologist, Oncologist, and other sub-specialty Physicians on

Imaging Review Charters / Reader Rules

Reader Rules

Image Analysis Platform

Protocol-specific assessment criteria

Monitor / evaluate reader results to ensure compliance with protocol criteria and CRF completion requirements

Mentor and assist in the training of internal staff

Other duties as assigned by manager

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Knowledge of PET / CT imaging systems required

Knowledge of SPECT imaging systems preferred

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum of 3 years' experience as a nuclear medicine technologist required

Minimum of 1 year of experience in the clinical trials industry preferred

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Quality Assurance / Compliance in a clinical trials setting is preferred

Knowledge of image trial documents strongly preferred, i.e., Image Review Charter, Imaging Manual, Data Transmittal Forms, etc.

Prior Project Management duties preferred, i.e., driving timelines, deliverables and managing concurrent priorities

SKILLS

Service oriented approach, flexible and proactive with ability to think tactically and strategically

Must have superior attention to detail and excellent oral and written communication skills

Self-driven, ability to develop and drive project timelines

Must be self-motivated and able to grasp new concepts quickly

Ability to excel in a team environment

Must have the ability to work under pressure with multiple competing priorities

Must have strong time management, and organizational skills

The ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and frequently and know when to use email, schedule meetings or conduct one-on-one conversations

Prioritizing workload to the changing needs of the day-to-day business is also a critical skill.

Ability to work in strict compliance with all procedures, rules, and regulations

Work precisely according to all procedures, rules, and regulations

Proficiency in MS Office and internet applications

Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive data, records, files, conversations, etc.

Ability to motivate others and keep project teams working effectively

Possess the skills required to keep senior leadership informed to support business making decisions

Ability to understand technical research protocols and successfully lead within the research environment, when required

IMAGING ENDPOINTS' TEAM CHARACTERISTICS

Passion to Connect Imaging to the Cure™ and pursue a meaningful career by improving the lives of cancer patients through imaging

Strong desire to be part of a dynamic, global team working closely together and growing year after year in a rewarding environment to help humanity through imaging

Commitment and caring for our fellow team members, their families, and the communities IE serves - see Caring Endpoints https : / / caringendpoints.org /

Integrity and high ethical standards; we always do the right thing

High intellect and ingenuity; we enjoy solving problems, finding a better way, and the challenge of making a difference by improving lives

Structured, organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated; we approach each day with a detailed plan and excitement to accomplish the day's objectives while striving to improve ourselves and IE everyday

Accountable; we do what we say and communicative effectively to meet deadlines; we enjoy advancing clinical trials, helping patients, and celebrating success

High standard for excellence; we proof our own work, hold high standards for ourselves and our team, and always prioritize quality above all else

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus.

Travel : Up to 10 - 15% travel (Domestic and International)