Radiochemist - Radiopharmaceutical Development

7 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia AdvanCell Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
  • Attractive salary package
  • Relocation and Visa support
  • Expertise in radiopharmaceutical development and/or radiochemistry
  • Changing the course of cancer treatment

About AdvanCell?

AdvanCell is a Brisbane, Australia based life sciences startup changing the course of cancer treatment through innovative radiotherapeutics. Our lead platform harnesses the alpha emitter in
Pb-212
decay chain to deliver highly targeted therapies with the potential to transform patient outcomes. Having successfully completed
Phase I clinical trials
, we are rapidly advancing toward the next milestones in clinical development.

Why Join Us?

  • Drive breakthrough innovation
    – Help develop therapies that are redefining the future of cancer treatment.
  • Make an impact from day one
    – Join a team that's already hitting clinical milestones and moving fast toward the next phase.
  • Experience true startup energy
    – Work in a small, agile team where your contributions directly shape our success and patient outcomes.
  • Thrive in Brisbane
    – Work in Queensland, Australia's biomedical hub with access to leading research networks and an exceptional lifestyle.

What You'll Do

As part of our multidisciplinary R&D team, you'll:

  • Handle and manage Pb-212 isotopes to ensure reliable research supply for R&D activities.
  • Develop and optimise radiopharmaceutical formulations creating stable, targeted compounds with high therapeutic potential.
  • Refine radiochemistry methods for high radiolabelling yield and purity.
  • Work on radiopharmaceutical generator development and process optimisation for efficiency and scalability.
  • Develop quality control methods for radiopharmaceuticals and conduct analytical testing under GLP/GMP standards.
  • Ensure safe handling of radioactive substances in full compliance with regulatory protocols.

This role is perfect for a hands on, R&D scientist with expertise in the production and analytical development of radiopharmaceuticals, and a passion for advancing novel cancer therapies.

What We're Looking For

  • PhD or equivalent in Radiochemistry or related field with strong expertise in analytics or radiochemistry.
  • Experience in research, development, or manufacture of radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Hands on with radio-HPLC, alpha/gamma spectrometry, assay development.
  • Practical experience in radiochemical separation methods and automation technologies for radiochemical processes.
  • Highly motivated, organised, and collaborative, with ability to work independently and in teams.

What We Offer

  • Full-time, permanent position in a high growth startup.
  • Attractive salary package.
  • Relocation and visa support to make your move seamless.
  • Career development in Australia's thriving biotech sector, based in Brisbane's innovation hub.
  • The opportunity to directly impact the future of cancer therapy.

How to Apply

If this role excites you, even if you don't meet every criterion, we encourage you to apply

Please provide:

  • CV / resume
  • References or referee contacts
  • List of publications and completed projects

Send your application to

For technical or role-specific questions, contact

We look forward to learning how your skills and passion can help us
change the course of cancer treatments

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