Radiation Laboratory Technician

Position

The Radiation Laboratory Technician will provide support in NorthStar's radiologic science laboratories within the Science Department. Responsibilities will include maintenance and support of laboratory controls, maintenance and calibration of equipment, manifestation and disposal of radioactive and chemical material, preparation of laboratory solutions, assistance with product development/production, and general laboratory maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support specific laboratory controls involved with equipment calibration, radiologic assays, pharmaceutical compounding, solution preparation, inventory control, chromatography reagent preparation, and quality control testing.
• With appropriate training, perform routine and non-routine experiments and/or analyses following NorthStar procedures and guidelines. Ensure data is collected and documented according to good documentation practices.
• Perform tasks as needed to support product development. This may include solution preparation, equipment checks, and documentation preparation.
• Understand and execute the processes specific to all radioactive substances that are used in the laboratory including, but not limited, waste management, and documentation/filing.
• Collaborate on documents related to equipment, consumables and processes as assigned.
• Maintain chemical waste management including: storage, manifestation, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain supplies and manage inventory, organization and cleanliness within the laboratory space.
• Identify risks, issues, and opportunities for process improvements in the radiation laboratory.
• Assist in safety, chemical and radiological laboratory audits as necessary.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in a related science discipline or related medical field or completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology educational program required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a nuclear pharmacy, nuclear medicine department, laboratory setting, or cGMP environment preferred. Knowledge of ALARA principles preferred.

Working Conditions

This role may involve working in a controlled cleanroom environment, general office setting, or specific manufacturing areas. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required. As a radiopharmaceutical manufacturing site, radiation may be present in the laboratory and production areas. Employees in this role may be required to follow strict radiation safety procedures, participate in dosimetry monitoring and bioassay testing as part of the company protocol, and inform leadership of any health conditions that may affect product integrity, by cleanroom standards.