Radiochemist - Bc Cancer Vancouver

1 week ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

Radiochemist
BC Cancer

Vancouver, BC

What you'll do
***- Under limited supervision, prepares radiopharmaceuticals for human use following established procedures and GMPs. Coordinates the production of the required quantity of radioisotopes from the cyclotron depending on scheduled patient workload and external deliveries.

  • Under limited supervision, performs QC measurements using various analytical chemistry techniques and equipment for verifying the quality of raw materials and final products. Performs QC testing on radiopharmaceutical final products, documents results, and reports results to the QA Manager and QA team.
  • Prepare the various reagents used in the syntheses and QC of radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Send radiopharmaceutical samples to contact laboratory facilities for postproduction testing.
  • Maintain raw material and consumable inventories as needed for daily radiopharmaceutical production. This includes the inspection and release of incoming materials according to approved specifications.
  • Perform routine maintenance as needed or scheduled on related equipment such as the automated synthesis modules, gas chromatograph, HPLC systems, TLC scanner and other similar equipment.
  • Complete all required documentation and records to meet the requirements of current GMP regulations and in compliance with Good Documentation Practices.
  • Perform validation and qualification of equipment as required prior to releasing for routine use in radiopharmaceutical production and QC.

What you bring

Qualifications:

  • A combination of education, training, and experience, equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences and a minimum of two (2) years recent related experience in a pharmaceutical or GMP laboratory.
  • Current certification for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Class 7 Radioactive Materials) and work experience in a PET radiopharmaceutical laboratory would be an asset.
You will also have

  • Demonstrated ability in safe handling of radioactive materials
  • Demonstrated synthetic chemistry or radiochemistry skills
  • Working knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques
  • Demonstrated technical writing ability and strong attention to detail
  • Ability to handle GMP manufacturing environments
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to address issues with analytical reasoning and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
  • Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
  • Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and antiracism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families.

Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.


  • Join one of BC's largest employers with provincewide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
  • Access to professional development opportunities through our inhouse training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
  • Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
  • Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type:
Regular, Full-Time

Wage:
$ $45.93 /hour

Location:600 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver BC

, V5Z 4E6

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, Tuesday - Saturday (rotating),

Requisition # 147390

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do
BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Colum

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