Radiopharmaceutical Technician I
About The Position
Come join our team! We are seeking qualified Radiopharmaceutical Production Technicians to produce radiopharmaceutical products in a just-in-time environment to support clinical and commercial demand. You will be responsible for executing all tasks associated with preparation, manufacturing, assembling, and packaging of radiopharmaceutical products, adhering to cGMP Guidelines to meet production demands. This entry-level role focuses on hands-on production tasks, material handling, aseptic technique, documentation, and compliance with safety and quality procedures. This position works night shift: 10pm – 6am, Sunday through Thursday.
Requirements
- A minimum of two years of relevant work experience in a pharmaceutical or cGMP manufacturing industry.
- Experience with MS Office Suite.
- Ability to learn and understand radiopharmaceutical production.
- Actively participates in and contributes to advanced safety programs aimed at ensuring the utmost protection for all personnel.
- Capable of handling physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 40 lbs.
- Must possess good hand-eye coordination; close attention to detail is required.
- Ability to properly wear required cleanroom garments (e.g., hair net, beard cover, face mask, shoe covers, sterile frock/coverall and gloves) and personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including overnight and weekends, exhibiting a commitment to meeting production demands and deadlines.
- Demonstrates ownership and accountability for the production process, assigned production area, and associated documentation.
Nice To Haves
- A Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences) is preferred.
- Additional certifications in radiopharmaceuticals or GMP are a plus.
- Aseptic processing and technique experience is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs all tasks associated with manufacturing in an aseptic environment, including properly gowning required cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with established safety protocols.
- Performs aseptic manipulations concurrent with environmental and personnel monitoring and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with cGMP guidelines.
- Performs complex batch record calculations and maintains all documentation according to cGMP guidelines and participates in assigned qualification and validation activities, as necessary.
- Supports radiopharmaceutical production readiness by performing material kitting, preparing laboratory solutions per established procedures, and maintaining stocked, clean, and organized workstations.
- Performs line clearance and manually cleans classified manufacturing areas used for sterile radiopharmaceutical production, ensuring all spaces and equipment are prepared in compliance with aseptic standards and site SOPs.
- Receives radioactive material and prepare radioactive packages for distribution according to the regulations and established SOPs.
- Prepares radioactive calibration standards to support equipment setup and operation.
- Verifies the work of peers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SOPs, cGMP standards, and safety procedures.
- Follow ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles and NRC guidelines when working with radioactive materials safely.
- Overtime may be required to ensure process continuation or completion due to manufacturing time constraints and patient demand.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
