Process Chemist

3 weeks ago


Hamilton, Canada AtomVie Global Radiopharma Inc. Full time

**AtomVie Global **Radiopharma** Inc**. is a global leading GMP manufacturer and distributer of clinical and commercial radiopharmaceuticals. We work with our partners to transform patients’ lives by advancing high quality drugs for the treatment and diagnosis of diseases.

We are a community that challenges ourselves professionally, takes pride in what we can accomplish together and values the impact we can make with our partners and patients across the globe. Start your career with AtomVie today and help us achieve our vision: to transform lives by revolutionizing healthcare.

**About the Role**

This hands-on role will work on site with some flexibility for remote work. Some weeknight and weekend work may be expected according to production schedules.

**Responsibilities**
- Act as a technical expert in GMP process development for AtomVie’s clinical and commercial portfolio
- Design and conduct radiochemistry experiments for clinical and commercial drug developments
- Critically evaluate data, determine appropriate conclusions and a plan of action in collaboration with internal stakeholders to develop phase-appropriate GMP production processes
- Provide project data and progress status updates to management and clients
- Work with cross-functional teams on the development of synthesis, purification, formulation and aseptic filling processes, including process transfer, scale-up, validation and launch activities
- Support the preparation and review of written procedures, batch records, experimental protocols and reports, specifications and qualification/validation protocols
- Prepare technical reports and documents, including SOPs and investigational reports
- Emphasize safety in new and existing design and safe practices in all experimental activities for all staff members
- Conduct work according to best practices and, where appropriate, regulatory guidance, GMPs, established business processes and protocols, and applicable standard operating procedures

**Accountabilities**
- Take ownership over the projects you lead and feel a sense of accomplishment and pride in the work you produce
- Passionate about radiochemistry and the field of radiopharmaceutical science
- Planning, designing and executing development activities
- Ability to successfully lead multiple projects at a given time while maintaining quality
- Exhibit strong ability to multitask by prioritizing workload
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate well with multiple stakeholders across the entire organization
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work under mínimal supervision and provide key updates to team members and management where required
- Attention to detail and well organized
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Thrive in a team setting and exhibit a high degree of trust and integrity
- Maintain the highest standards with respect to safety and radiation protection in all work activities
- Flexibility in work schedule to support a 7-day work week in support of nightshift-type production environment

**Key Qualifications**
- At minimum BSc in chemistry, radiochemistry, biochemistry or equivalent discipline with at least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience and expertise in process development and formulation. MSc or PhD in the abovementioned disciplines is preferred.
- Strong knowledge in chemistry, process chemistry, or aseptic manufacturing experience in a pharmaceutical setting is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of validation principles, technology transfer of manufacturing processes and GMP concepts is highly desirable.

**AtomVie Offers**
- Group Health & Dental Benefits (from day 1)
- RRSP Matching Program
- Perkopolis
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- Parking Allowance



  • Hamilton, Canada AtomVie Global Radiopharma Inc. Full time

    AtomVie Global Radiopharma Inc. is a global leading GMP manufacturer and distributer of clinical and commercial radiopharmaceuticals. We work with our partners to transform patients’ lives by advancing high quality drugs for the treatment and diagnosis of diseases. We are a community that challenges ourselves professionally, takes pride in what we can...