General Information
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Work Location Los Angeles, CA, USA
Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site
Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Posted Date 01232026
Salary Range $63.22 - $83.39 Hourly
Employment Type 2 - Staff Career
Duration Indefinite
Job 28116
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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The Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior is seeking to hire a full-time Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our innovative Brain Mapping Center. The Brain Mapping Center advances the understanding of the human brain by exploring the relationship between structure and function. As our Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will play a critical role in supporting cutting-edge research by performing and managing sophisticated imaging procedures. You will work in a collaborative research-driven environment alongside leading neuroscientists and clinicians.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform PET and MRI imaging, structural and functional • Prepare research participants and scanning areas, and ensure safety and comfort • Assist with interventional procedures and administer contrast materials under radiologist supervision • Conduct routine quality control checks and troubleshoot technical issues • Administer contrast materials under radiologist supervision • Maintain detailed research participants records and imaging documentation • Coordinate research participant flow and provide research participant education on procedures • Support investigators with protocol development, scheduling, and data management • Collaborate with researchers, staff, and research participants to ensure compliance with safety and research standards
Job Qualifications
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Completion of an AMA-approved Radiological Program or Degree in a related scientific field required
California Nuclear Medicine Technologist CNMT License required
Nuclear Medicine Certification from Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board NMTCB or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT required
BCLSCPR Certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross - preferred
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist - required
Strong knowledge of radiation safety protocols and ALARA principles required
Proficiency in imaging procedures, radiopharmaceutical preparation, and quality control techniques required
Ability to work safely in a 3 Tesla MRI environment
Proficiency in PET image acquisition and protocol setup preferred
Familiarity with radiopharmaceutical ex F18 O15 preferred
Experience with Siemens MRI scanners preferred
Knowledge of regulatory compliance FDA IRB Environmental Health & Safety