Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)
Part-time (60%), permanent/fixed-term position for up to 3 years
Base salary will be in the range $113,377.67 - $127,112.24 + 17%
Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
Based at our vibrant St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Research
Radiochemist to support AIBN Cyclotron and Radiochemistry Capability in the
delivery of radiochemistry services. You will have significant experience and
expertise in the manufacture of radiotracers, radiopharmaceuticals, and
investigational medicinal products for clinical and pre-clinical research.
Experience in the operation and maintenance of a medical cyclotron would be
well regarded, as you will support preclinical and clinical tracer production
at the Cyclotron and Radiochemistry Capability at AIBN & CAI.
Key responsibilities will include:
Assist the Cyclotron and Radiochemistry Facility Manager in maintaining:
cleanroom and clean workstation (e.g. laminar flow hotcells) compliance with international standards (i.e. PIC/s, ISO),
equipment calibration (e.g. laboratory balance, micropipettes, etc.).
Participate in maintaining the Radiochemistry Facility's Pharmaceutical
Quality System (PQS) by managing the control of documents (revised,
superseded, controlled copies) ensuring that the latest revisions are
available electronically to Radiochemistry Facility users.
Participate in expanding the availability of radiochemicals, radiotracers,
radiopharmaceuticals, and investigational medicinal products available to
clinical and preclinical researchers
Assist in the development of radiolabelling strategies using both manual
and automated techniques,
Assist in the development of quality control (QC) techniques (radio-
HPLC, TLC, gamma spectrometry etc.)
Contribute to authoring, revising, and implementing documentation (e.g.,
SOPs, batch manufacturing records, validation protocols, reports etc.) as
part of the PQS for manufacturing radiopharmaceuticals, and
investigational medicinal products to support clinical research programs,
Contribute to authoring, revising, and implementing documentation for the
day-to-day operation of the Radiochemistry Facility and to support
preclinical research programs.
Participate in the manufacturing (production and QC) of radiochemicals,
radiotracers, radiopharmaceuticals, and investigational medicinal products
for use at UQ and externally.
Operate the “Cyclone 18 Twin” cyclotron for the production of
radioisotopes.
Achieve and maintain certification as a Dangerous Goods Shipper for the
preparation of documents and packaging/handling of Class 7 goods in “Type
A” packaging for shipment via airfreight.
Participate in radiochemistry safety meetings.
Any other duties as reasonably directed by your supervisor
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside
the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff
cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a
better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research,
and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to
activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions
are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver
leave
17% superannuation contributions
17.5% annual leave loading
Access to flexible working arrangements
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu
vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee
Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
On campus childcare options
Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)
Salary packaging options
About You
Postgraduate qualifications in Radiopharmaceutical Science or a related
field or progress towards, with extensive experience in radiochemistry,
lab management and/or equivalent combination of relevant extensive
training and professional experience
Ability to take initiative and work co-operatively and collaboratively
with close attention to detail and prioritisation of tasks.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with diverse
groups, both within the University and the broader community and a
commitment to client service.
Demonstrated relationship building skills, with the ability to develop and
maintain effective relationships, across a range of internal and external
stake holders, and negotiate, analyse and resolve issues as they arise.
Laboratory research/development experience in radiopharmaceutical science,
physics or biomedical sciences.
Willingness to work safely with radioactive material.
Desirable
Current Queensland Health Radiation Use Licence.
Current Dangerous Goods Air Acceptance Certification (Class 7 Radioactive
Materials).
Experience working within a TGA licenced facility under Good Manufacturing
Practice (GMP) framework.
Practical experience working in a clinically based "hot-lab".
Practical experience working with automated radiochemistry synthesizers.
Practical experience in the operation of medical cyclotrons.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-
employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check,
education check, mandatory immunisations etc.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of
this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available
for this appointment.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Damion Stimson
[email protected]
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at
[email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject
line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your
application to be considered:
Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You'
section
Resume
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which
recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges
which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory.
Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate
their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance
relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment
that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining,
and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility
support or adjustments.
Applications close 17 February 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-47385). Please
note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for February 2025.
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