Scientist

AstraZeneca • Hamilton, ON

1d • CA$82,378 - CA$108,121 • Onsite

About The Position

Fusion Pharmaceuticals, part of the AstraZeneca Group, is redefining precision oncology with next‑generation radioconjugates that deliver powerful alpha‑emitting payloads directly to tumors. Our pipeline spans multiple first‑in‑class programs—backed by a GMP‑compliant, brand new radiopharmaceutical facility in Hamilton, we’re turning groundbreaking science into real‑world impact for patients. Join us at the forefront of radiopharma innovation and be part of turning breakthrough science into meaningful outcomes for patients—come build what’s next with us!

The Role:
Fusion Pharmaceuticals is opening the role of Scientist to support the design of manufacturing and analytical processes as well as the technology transfer, in-house and with CDMO partners. This role will report to the Associate Director of Process Development and Technology Transfer.
This position requires collaborative skills, multi-tasking ability, and the desire to strive in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in radiolabelling, radiometal chemistry and analytical method development, and have knowledge of manufacturing within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.

Requirements

• Min. MS with 5+ years of experience in product development and manufacturing; Advanced degree in organic or analytical chemistry, radiochemistry, radiopharmaceutical sciences, Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• Experience in radiopharmaceuticals manufacturing and analytical method development and validation.
• Knowledge of radiation safety principles/dangerous goods and regulations (e.g. CNSC, NRC).
• Strong interpersonal skills are required, and the successful candidate will work in a cross-functional team and will be expected to take a leadership position in key manufacturing projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to adapt to various partners and geography.
• Meticulous, self-motivated, decisive, and independent with a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Available to travel to various locations (primarily in North America).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with manufacturing process design using an automated synthesis unit is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Build and complete the laboratory work and tasks related to the development of manufacturing and analytical processes for targeted alpha therapies and related compounds.
• Analyze generated data and report outcomes to the project’s teams.
• Lead or support the technology transfer of newly designed manufacturing and analytical processes.
• Generate supporting documentation for newly designed processes such as development reports, standard operating procedures (SOP), work instructions, validation documentation (e.g.: process and equipment validation, validation report).
• Participate in validation and qualification activities for new clinical manufacturing processes and analytical methods, as necessary.
• Support the CMC group during investigations (non-conformance, deviation, out-of-specification).

Benefits

• Annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity
• Eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role)
• Competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program
• 4 weeks’ paid vacation
• Annual Personal Days
• Contract Benefits Program (for Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior