Perspective Therapeutics

Radiopharmaceutical Production Technician I

Somerset, NJ
Full Time
Entry Level
Come join our team!  We are seeking a Radiopharmaceutical Production Technician I to produce radiopharmaceutical products in a just-in-time environment to support clinical and commercial demand. This night shift position is responsible for executing all tasks associated with preparation, manufacturing, assembling, and packaging of radiopharmaceutical products, adhering to cGMP Guidelines to meet production demands. This entry-level role focuses on hands-on production tasks, material handling, aseptic technique, documentation, and compliance with safety and quality procedures. This position is for night shift: 10 pm – 6 am, Sunday – Thursday.
     Essential Functions
  • The Radiopharmaceutical Production Technician I performs all tasks associated with manufacturing in an aseptic environment, including properly donning required cleanroom garments and personal protective equipment in accordance with established safety protocols. The role requires performing aseptic manipulations concurrent with environmental and personnel monitoring and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with cGMP guidelines.
  • Performs complex batch record calculations and maintains all documentation according to cGMP guidelines and participates in assigned qualification and validation activities, as necessary. The associate adheres to the ALCOA+ principles in every aspect of GMP documentation.
  • Supports radiopharmaceutical production readiness by performing material kitting, preparing laboratory solutions per established procedures, and maintaining stocked, clean, and organized workstations.
  • Performs line clearance and manually cleans classified manufacturing areas used for sterile radiopharmaceutical production, ensuring all spaces and equipment are prepared in compliance with aseptic standards and site SOPs.
  • Receives radioactive material and prepare radioactive packages for distribution according to the regulations and established SOPs.
  • Prepares radioactive calibration standards to support equipment setup and operation.
  • Verifies the work of peers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SOPs, cGMP standards, and safety procedures.
  • Follow As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles and NRC guidelines when working with radioactive materials safely.
  • Due to manufacturing time constraints and patient demand, overtime may be required to ensure process continuation or completion.
QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
     Education/Experience
  • A Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences) is preferred, or a minimum of two or more years of relevant work experience in a pharmaceutical or cGMP manufacturing industry.
  • Additional certifications in radiopharmaceuticals or GMP are a plus.
  • Experience with MS Office Suite.
  • Aseptic processing and technique experience is prefered.
Knowledge/Skill/Ability
  • Ability to learn and understand radiopharmaceutical production. Actively participates in and contributes to advanced safety programs aimed at ensuring the utmost protection for all personnel.
  • Capable of handling physically demanding tasks, including lifting loads up to 40 lbs.
  • Must possess good hand-eye coordination; close attention to detail is required.
  • Ability to properly don and wear required cleanroom garments (e.g., hair net, beard cover, face mask, shoe covers, sterile frock/coverall and gloves) and personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts, including overnight and weekends, exhibiting a commitment to meeting production demands and deadlines.
  • Demonstrates ownership and accountability for the production process, assigned production area, and associated documentation.
  • Must be able and agreeable to working night shift: 10 pm – 6 am; Sunday through Thursday.
Work Environment
     The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee 
     encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
     may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be willing to work in a facility working with hazards (including radioactive, corrosive, flammable, and toxic materials) and requiring all employees to participate in safety programs designed to minimize potential and/or actual exposure levels.
  • Work is performed in ISO-class environments requiring adherence to gowning and contamination-control procedures in addition to personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Must be able to work outside of regular work hours, including off shift, weekend, and holiday work as business needs require to meet production demands and deadlines
  • May be required to sit or stand for long periods of 8+ hours a day while performing duties. 
  • Occasional kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, or reaching may be required.
  • Willingness to complete safety training within allotted timeframes, and work in a team-based environment.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For information on Perspective Therapeutics, visit our website at: www.perspectivetherapeutics.com.

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