Radiopharmaceutical Chemist | Chemiker/in (m/w/d) / 13114 / Klinik für Nuklearmedizin - Radiopharmazie
Universitätsklinikum Essen
Job Summary
This role involves working within the Department of Nuclear Medicine - Radiopharmacy, where you will be responsible for the production and quality control of radioactive pharmaceuticals under strict Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. Operating within a 3-shift system, you will support the management of quality control and manufacturing, conduct qualifications and validations of aseptic processes (such as Mediafills), and create essential GMP documentation. A significant portion of the role focuses on independent error analysis, troubleshooting, and the development or optimization of syntheses and quality control methods for new radiopharmaceuticals. Additionally, you will provide pharmaceutical oversight for clinical trials. This position is particularly attractive for those seeking a secure public service role in North Rhine-Westphalia, offering fair collective agreement pay (TV-L), 30 days of annual leave, and a family-friendly culture including on-site childcare and comprehensive health management. It provides a unique opportunity to work with modern equipment in a highly specialized interdisciplinary medical environment.
Required Skills
Education
University or Technical College degree (B.Sc. / M.Sc.) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or a comparable field of study.
Experience
- Professional experience in chemistry or pharmaceutical chemistry
- Experience with qualification and validation procedures is preferred
- Practical knowledge of analytical methods such as HPLC and GC is desirable
- Previous exposure to GMP environments and standards is advantageous
- Experience in the production of radioactive pharmaceuticals is beneficial
Languages
Additional
- Willingness and suitability for a 3-shift system (Monday-Friday rotation); Proof of measles immunity/vaccination status required per §23a IfSG; 2-year fixed-term contract; Location: Essen, Germany.
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