Pet Radiochemist - Austin, United States - PHARMALOGIC HOLDINGS

PHARMALOGIC HOLDINGS
PHARMALOGIC HOLDINGS
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Austin, United States

1 week ago

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PharmaLogic is the fastest-growing SPECT & PET radiopharmaceutical solutions provider and contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with radiopharmacies across North America.

We are passionate about expanding the power of radiopharmaceutical technology to provide transformative diagnostic and therapeutic agents to patients from bench to bedside.

PharmaLogic offers you an exceptional opportunity to join our dynamic team as a PET Radiochemist


Role Summary:


As a PET Radiochemist, you will play an essential role in the development, implementation, and validation for new radiopharmaceuticals, radiochemicals and isotope production.

The position will have hands-on experience with radiochemistry synthesis, purification, and formulation for in vivo imaging and biodistribution studies; executing studies in parallel; and working alongside other laboratory scientists.


Job Responsibilities and Duties:


Responsible for production of PET radiotracer:

  • Synthesis of generic and novel PET radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Purification of small and large molecules.
  • Support analytical methods for HPLC, GC and TLC.
  • Release criteria for imaging studies.
  • Dose formulation.2. Operate and maintain automated radiochemistry synthesis units.3.
Maintain experience with broad range isotopes and labeling methods including:

  • Radioiodination
  • F-18 small molecule and click chemistries
  • Radiometal chelation.4. Work with appropriate personnel to install, qualify and maintain equipment on
- site.5. Operate and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment to produce accurate results.6. Assist with improvement of current cGMP and non
  • GMP processes.7. Follow all SOP guidelines for QC release testing of radiopharmaceutical product, raw material, finished and semi finished product, environment, and facilities.8. Maintain clean and safe work environment, performing radiation safety duties in compliance with safety and pharmaceutical regulations.9. Maintain accurate production and test/validation results.10. Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements Skills Education:

Requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Engineering or related fields.
Master's or PhD degree in Chemistry, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related field preferred.
Familiarity with a GMP manufacturing environment and working with FDA and FDA cGMP regulations required. Knowledge of molecular imaging techniques and pharmaceutical study design and execution desired.

Experience with laboratory procedures and radiochemistry techniques (separation techniques - SPE) and analytical method, equipment (ICP-MS, ICP- OES, GC, TLC, and radiometric measures) highly favored.

Experience with HPLC, radiochemistry synthesis, US FDA cGMP, Radiation Safety Principles, Isotopes production and analytical equipment troubleshooting and maintenance a plus.

Superior teamwork, multi-tasking, and time/project management skills.

Excellent communication, analytical, problem solving, presentation and computer/pc skills (including proficiency in Microsoft Suit and related software).Ability to work varying shifts and travel up to 50%.


Physical and Intellectual Requirements:

Required are a mechanical aptitude; manual dexterity for manipulating small items; ability to lift between 16 to 50 lbs.

and to handle frequent crawling, stooping, crouching and kneeling; ability to analyze situations, set priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced and dynamic environment; effective organizational skills; a commitment to continuous learning; an ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

PharmaLogic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.


Benefits Include:

  • 401(k) retirement benefit program
  • Medical
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
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