Senior Associate Scientist I, Isotope Production
Core
Execute radiochemical separations and process scale-up studies for Actinium-225 production via cyclotron irradiation of Radium-226 targets.
Role type
Senior Associate Scientist I, Isotope Production
Builds
Scalable production processes for shielded hot cells and GMP manufacturing facilities
Domain
Oncology radiopharmaceuticals / Radiochemistry
Required skills
Radiochemical separations, Chromatography, Solvent extraction, Process scale-up, Radiological safety, Data collection, Technical documentation, Equipment maintenance, Waste handling, Basic process troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Actinium-225/Radium-226 experience, Hot cell/glovebox operation, Cyclotron-produced radioisotopes knowledge, Ion exchange/extraction chromatography, Analytical instrumentation (HPGe, ICP-MS, etc.)
Responsibilities
Participate in experimental design for R&D radiochemical processes, Execute separation and purification methods, Run process scale-up studies, Perform hands-on laboratory work with radioactive materials, Maintain process flow diagrams and SOPs, Collaborate on equipment setup and automation, Execute target processing and radionuclide recovery tasks, Assist with literature review and data gathering, Support technology transfer activities, Work with external vendors on equipment installation
Seniority
Mid-level IC (2+ years experience)