PET Radiochemist

Details **Open Date** 06/10/2025 **Requisition Number** PRN42156B **Job Title** PET Radiochemist **Working Title** PET Radiochemist **Job Grade** F **FLSA Code** Professional **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No **Standard Hours per Week** 40 **Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** Full-time position involving a variable schedule around production demands. Depending on weekly assigned tasks in production, shifts can start anywhere between 11 pm the day before to 8 am the morning of production. The typical work week depending on assigned rotation is Monday through Friday 4 am - noon (typical), 11:00 pm - 7:00 am, or 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. These time frames may need to be adjusted as production demands change. In rare instances a weekend shift may be required. **VP Area** President **Department** 01188 - HCI Molec Img Prog Operations **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** DOE **Close Date** 09/10/2025 **Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** **Job Summary** Performs manufacturing and quality control for routine and research radiopharmaceuticals for positron emission tomography ( PET ) and radiotherapy. Incumbent must comply with radiation safety procedures, cGMP, and FDA requirements. Operates, maintains and validates manufacturing and analytical equipment. Follows all internal operating procedures and performs additional duties as directed by management. Must be motivated, team oriented and committed to expanding their knowledge and experience in a clinically oriented academic program. Incumbent will experience moderate exposure to hazardous materials or physical risk, which requires adhering to radiation safety practices. _Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve - which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming - with impact worldwide._ _In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position._ **Responsibilities** + Bachelor of Science or Master's Degree in Radiochemistry, Chemistry, or Biochemistry. Other science related degrees will also be considered with equivalent experience. + 2+ years of work in a research, analytical or pharmaceutical laboratory. Other types of experience similar to these areas will also be considered. + 2+ years of experience in working with analytical equipment such as HPLC , GC, and IC. + Detail-oriented, self-directed, able to work autonomously and able to multitask effectively. + Ability to read, listen and understand technical direction, policies and procedures. + Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description and general responsibilities. + Physical demands: Clear speech, good hearing and at least 20/20 corrected vision (which can include the use of glasses, contact lenses, etc.). Ability to lift up to 110 lbs. + Must satisfactorily pass a background test and not be debarred from any activities related to manufacturing radiopharmaceuticals. **General Responsibilities** As a Radiochemist your duties will be highly varied from time to time and may include but not be limited to: + Under the direction of the management, assists with all activities involved in developing and preparing radiopharmaceuticals for clinical and research use. + Operates the cyclotron and associated equipment in compliance with protocols and good ALARA radiation safety practices. + Operates automated radiochemistry synthesis equipment in compliance with protocols and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and FDA regulations. + Performs quality control of radiopharmaceuticals according to standard operating procedures. + Troubleshoots cyclotron laboratory equipment using mechanical, electrical and basic science skills. + Develops and performs new processes or protocols for validation, manufacturing and quality control. + Assists management in developing, improving and maintaining protocols, applications, and licenses as required for routine radiopharmaceutical production. + Assists in packaging and shipping of radioactive material in compliance with all state and federal regulations. Assists with the return and cleaning of shipping containers as assigned. + Assists in preparing regulatory documents for submission to the FDA . + Complete and maintain periodic training for GMP , equipment, radiation safety, SOPs, HIPAA , and others as required. **Minimum Qualifications** **Preferences** + Experience with general radiation safety or hazardous material handling is preferred. + Experience in organic synthesis and purification chemistry. + Master's degree in Radiochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Pharmaceutics or similar field of study. + Previous experience with GMP radiopharmaceutical manufacturing and quality control. + Previous experience with handling therapeutic and diagnostic radioisotopes. + Experience with laboratory equipment maintenance and repair. + Experience with microbiological techniques related to drug manufacturing. + Excellent communication skills. **Type** Benefited Staff **Special Instructions Summary** **Additional Information** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (URS). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at ... for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at ... or ... or University Human Resource Management at ... if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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