Radiochemist Ii

Performs duties within at least one of the following groups as primary work function: radiochemistry operations in hot cells area; OR radiopharmaceuticals manufacturing in production area OR testing products in Quality Control / Quality Assurance (QC/QA) area OR Research & Development (R&D) in the Research Section.

• Understands the technical duties. Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) guidelines for radiopharmaceuticals handling or quality parameters, or the applicable methodologies.
• Uses standard laboratory equipment in proper manner; performs calibrations, validations and maintenance of equipment. Maintains good records.
• Understands stability and shelf-life of products and reagents; assists in establishing guidelines for shelf-life studies.
• Applies chemical and radiochemical principles, and performs research and development activities within the Section and the Department.
• Prepares raw materials and reagents according to the established procedures; assists in ordering supplies Maintains inventory.
• Performs duties customary of a similar grade position within the Research Centre.
• Understands and adheres to the radiation protection regulations; ensures compliance with highest level of radiation safety according to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle of radiation protection.
• Assists in preparation and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) documentation.

• Four (4) years of related experience with Master's Degree or six (6) years with Bachelor's degree is required.