Radiochemist – Trainee

The Radiochemist Trainee position is an exciting entry point into the specialised field of radiopharmaceutical manufacturing and quality control. Working within a leading GMP-licensed facility, you will learn to operate advanced equipment including a PETtrace cyclotron, undertake aseptic manufacturing in cleanroom environments, and perform quality control testing using specialised analytical techniques. You will also contribute to laboratory operations through tasks such as equipment calibration, environmental monitoring, stock management, documentation, and continuous quality improvement activities.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health’s values:

• Perform Quality Control of radiopharmaceuticals using equipment such as Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS).
• Participate in a roster of clinical manufacture and quality control, for PET radiopharmaceuticals, which will require starting work as early as 3:30am.
• Assist with laboratory tasks such as equipment calibration, preparation of reagents, environmental monitoring, stock control and document review.
• Participate in the processes required by Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), including continuous quality improvement.

Benefits when working for Metro North Allied Health

• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of 12.75% and access to generous salary packaging
• Additional entitlements for employees (casual employees excluded) may include sick leave, carer’s leave, long service leave, paid parental leave, leave without pay to travel, professional development allowance and leave
• 5% annual leave loading with up to 27.5% for shift workers
• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it’s so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.