Research Associate in Radiochemistry or Radiopharmacy | Wissenschaftliche/-r Mitarbeiter/-in (Radio-) Chemiker/-in oder -Pharmazeut/-in (w/m/d)

Uniklinik RWTH Aachen

Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published May 6, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This position is based in the Department of Nuclear Medicine, specifically within the Radiopharmacy division. As a Research Associate, you will play a pivotal role in the production and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals, while also serving as a Radiation Protection Officer. Your daily responsibilities include managing the cyclotron, overseeing the pharmaceutical quality management system, and leading interdisciplinary research projects, including the supervision of students. You will be instrumental in the development and establishment of new radiopharmaceuticals in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment. This role is ideal for a chemist or pharmacist looking to advance their career in a clinical research setting, with the unique opportunity to pursue a PhD. The position offers a highly collaborative team environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work with cutting-edge equipment in a specialized medical field.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry or Pharmacy.

Experience

  • Professional experience in GMP production of pharmaceuticals
  • Professional experience in qualification and validation within a pharmaceutical environment
  • Experience as a Radiation Protection Officer (desirable)
  • Experience in the production of parenteral medications (desirable)
  • Experience in the development of radiopharmaceuticals (desirable)
  • Experience in research and academic teaching (desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Must hold a Master's degree in Chemistry or Pharmacy. Ability to work flexible hours between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Willingness to serve as a Radiation Protection Officer.