Scientist Grade 1

• Radiopharmaceutical Scientist Grade 1
• Permanent, full time position based in Heidelberg, close to train station
• $63,674 – $91,785 + 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 statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.

About the Department of Molecular Imaging and Therapy

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 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 Radiopharmaceutical Scientist allows support of services directly impacting patients’ lives and health outcomes, while giving unique opportunities to develop a wide range of skills and experiences in a rapidly expanding field.

As the Radiopharmaceutical Scientist, you will assist in the provision of radiopharmaceutical services to the Department of Molecular Imaging and Therapy reporting directly to the Head of Radiopharmaceutical Sciences. You will be trained to proficiency in the production, quality control and release of radiopharmaceuticals for use in patients, clinical trials and distribution to other sites around Victoria.

As part of a dedicated scientific and engineering team you will gain experience with multiple PET and SPECT isotopes including 18F, 68Ga, 11C and 99mTc, as well as therapeutic isotopes such as 177Lu. You will be involved in the validation and production of new radiopharmaceuticals for clinical use within the hospital, including for cutting edge clinical trials. You will be trained to proficiency on the production of isotopes using our cyclotrons, aseptic technique, radiation safety considerations and legislative requirements relevant to the industry. You will also be involved with training and continuing education where required.

About you 

To be successful in this role you’ll bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field
• Experience working in laboratory settings
• Critical thinking and attention to detail
• Meticulous and safe laboratory working practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in high pressure, time sensitive scenarios
• Well-developed communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly as a team member and achieve projected goals and targets
• Demonstrated educational skills and basic computer knowledge

For the position description and more information about working with Austin Health, visit the link above.