Radionuclide Metrology Scientist

Evolve Scientific; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolve Scientific is seeking a motivated scientist for a field-based role combining laboratory work with on-site calibration across hospitals and radiopharmaceutical facilities. The role supports Australia's national radioactivity standards and involves travel and data analysis.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in Physics, Chemistry or Radiochemistry, possess strong attention to detail and communication skills, and are eligible for Australian citizenship with a valid driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Degree or Honours in Physics, Chemistry, Radiochemistry or related discipline.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate results.
• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, organise workloads and show initiative.
• Full Australian Driver's Licence and Australian Citizenship required.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 or quality systems would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Perform radionuclide measurements, data analysis and uncertainty calculations.
• Conduct on-site testing and calibration of radiation measurement equipment.
• Prepare technical reports, certificates and scientific documentation.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and support national traceability programs.
• Liaise with scientists, chemists, quality managers and technicians across client sites.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Driver's licence

Australian citizenship

Education

Physics

Chemistry

Radiochemistry

Job description

Deliver national radioactivity standards and calibration services.

Travel to hospitals and radiopharmaceutical facilities.

Combine laboratory science with client-facing technical support.

Radioactivity standards & calibration | Field-based scientific services | Data analysis & stakeholder engagement

This unique scientific role supports Australia's national radioactivity measurement standards through a combination of laboratory-based work and site visits to hospitals, radiopharmaceutical manufacturers and research facilities. Ideal for an early-career scientist with a background in Physics, Chemistry or a related discipline who enjoys combining technical science with stakeholder interaction.

About the company/role:

• Maintain and support Australia's national radioactivity standards
• Approximately 30% field-based and 70% laboratory-based work
• Visit hospitals, radiopharmaceutical manufacturers and accredited facilities to perform dose calibrator testing and verification

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform radionuclide measurements, data analysis and uncertainty calculations
• Conduct on-site testing and calibration of radiation measurement equipment
• Prepare technical reports, certificates and scientific documentation
• Maintain laboratory instruments and support national traceability programs
• Liaise with scientists, chemists, quality managers and technicians across client sites

Skills/experience:

• Degree or Honours in Physics, Chemistry, Radiochemistry or related discipline
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate results
• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to engage with a range of stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, organise workloads and show initiative
• Full Australian Driver's Licence and Australian Citizenship required
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 or quality systems would be highly regarded

Culture/Benefits:

• Supportive and collaborative scientific team environment
• Work with nationally significant measurement and metrology programs
• Diverse role combining laboratory work, travel and stakeholder engagement
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Contract opportunity- start January, with occasional interstate travel