Radiochemist/Senior Radiochemist

Position Overview

This is a senior role within the Radiochemistry group at ANSTO, responsible for providing a wide range of capabilities to enable the radiochemistry research and development teams to deliver radiopharmaceuticals, radioisotopes, advanced manufacturing methods and radioisotope separations.

About the Opportunity

The successful candidate will be part of a team that develops new radiochemistry technologies/techniques, applies established radiochemistry technologies to new targets, and optimises the production and formulation of radiopharmaceutical products to deliver world-class outcomes.

About You

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated team player who is eager to contribute to cutting-edge science and displays a passion for research excellence.

Your Duties and Responsibilities

• Support research and development in radiochemistry for the provision of radiopharmaceuticals, including the development of radiochemical automation and radioanalytical measurement methods.
• Conduct and support routine radiopharmaceutical and radioisotope production and propose, evaluate, validate, and execute new and improved production methods for routine supply of radiopharmaceuticals to internal and external user communities.
• Prepare experimental work, undertake analysis and interpretation of experimental results, and prepare reports and papers for peer-reviewed publication and presentation at national and international fora.
• Contribute to the management of radiochemistry facilities and equipment through an asset management framework and assist with the capital development program to ensure the availability and utilisation of capabilities, meeting operational safety, security, sustainability and compliance requirements within applicable standards, legislation, and regulations.
• Build professional and productive networks nationally and internationally to identify and secure collaborative research opportunities with strategic partners including universities, medical research institutes and industry.

About Us

ANSTO is a world-class organisation that leverages great science to deliver big outcomes. We partner with scientists and engineers and apply new technologies to provide real-world benefits, improving human health, saving lives, building our industries and protecting the environment.

Benefits of Working with Us

ANSTO employees are passionate about what they do and enjoy being part of an organisation making a difference in the lives of Australians. We support and reward our employees through eligibility for training, development and mentoring opportunities, performance-based salary increases, and work-life balance with generous leave entitlements and flexible conditions.