Scientist G1

Full time

• Based in Heidelberg, close to train station
• Competitive base + salary packaging + super

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and state-wide.

We are world-renowned for its research and specialist work in cancer, liver transplantation, spinal cord injuries, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation.

We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our purpose, which is to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.

About the department:

The Department of Molecular Imaging and Therapy is one of the largest academic Departments in Australia, and has comprehensive clinical service activities, as well as an internationally renowned research program.

The Department has four core clinical service components:
Nuclear Medicine imaging, Radionuclide Therapy, Positron Emission Tomography (PET), and Bone Densitometry. The Department also produces radioisotopes on site with in-house Cyclotrons and radiochemistry and QC laboratories and undertakes a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic examinations and research studies

About the role:

The MIT Scientist/Engineer role is an entry-level position in a multi-disciplinary team, providing assistance to the PET radiopharmaceutical production facility.

A regular day will see you:

• Participate in the weekly production and Quality Control of solid target produced radionuclides, including I-124, Cu-64 and Zr-8
• Communicate with solid target customers regarding their orders and delivery times.
• Correctly package radionuclides for transportation to customer sites.
• Participate in troubleshooting and repair of automated radiolabeling and analytical equipment to ensure efficacy and safety.
• Participate in the operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of the cyclotrons

To be successful in this role ideally, you'll have:

• A Bachelor Degree in Science (Applied Chemistry or Physics), Biomedical Engineering or relevant field.
• An interest in engineering and electronics.
• The ability to quickly acquire new knowledge & skills on medium and high complexity equipment and tasks.
• Experience with scientific and analytical laboratory instrumentation

Our benefits:

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day.

Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:

• Greater takehome pay through generous salary packaging
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
• Mentoring and career development opportunities
• Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists
• Four weeks annual leave, plus purchased leave options
• Paid conference and exam leave

Application instructions:

• Cover letter
• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Employment History Datasheet (upload as Selection Criteria Response)

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