Registered Technologist - Radiochemistry - Brain Health Imaging Centre

Ocean State Job Lot; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Canada is seeking a full-time Technologist in Radiochemistry for their Brain Health Imaging Centre. This role focuses on operating cyclotrons, performing chemical syntheses, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. The recruit will contribute to significant research advancements in mental health and addiction, supporting a multi-disciplinary, inclusive team environment.

Benefits

Equity, diversity, and inclusion commitment

Accommodations during recruitment process available

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP and/or PET radiochemistry environment is an asset.
• Ability to produce high quality and accurate work while meeting deadlines.
• Collaborative working skills with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate the cyclotron for producing radionuclides.
• Perform routine radiochemical syntheses of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Conduct quality control tests for PET studies.

Skills

Analytical methods

Interpersonal communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Bilingualism (French/English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science

Tools

HPLC

GC

TLC

Job description

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Registered Technologist - Radiochemistry - Brain Health Imaging Centre

The Brain Health Imaging Centre (BHIC) is one of the primary research areas of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and focuses on brain imaging methods used in mental health and addictions for clinical neuroscience research. The BHIC is a teaching centre of excellence, fully affiliated with the University of Toronto.

The Positron Emitting Tomography (PET) Imaging Program in the BHIC is currently seeking one full-time, contract Technologist (Radiochemistry). Reporting to the Manager of Radiochemistry Research & Production, under the oversight of the Director & Chief Radiochemist, you will :

• Operate the cyclotron for the production of positron emitting radionuclides for clinical research and basic research studies.
• Perform routine radiochemical syntheses of positron emitting radiopharmaceuticals (PERs) for administration to human subjects, preclinical imaging or in vitro studies.
• Conduct quality control of radioligands for PET studies including chemical and radiochemical purity, pH, sterility, and pyrogenicity, as well as radiometabolite analyses.
• Ensure that the production of all PERs for human use is performed in accordance with the relevant GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain radiochemistry databases (production records, inventories, patient records) as well as other records required by regulatory agencies.
• Ensure the smooth and efficient running of the radiochemistry laboratory on a day-to-day basis.
• Assist in radiochemistry research into the development of new radiotracers or new methods of production of established radiotracers.
• Assist in the operation, maintenance, and first line response for repair of the cyclotron and other laboratory equipment.
• Support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity and complies with all applicable regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science and have experience with analytical methods and equipment such as HPLC, GC, and TLC. Working in a GMP and / or PET radiochemistry environment is considered an asset. You will be detail-oriented with demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to produce high quality and accurate work while meeting deadlines. Good interpersonal communication (oral / written) skills are required along with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members in a multi-disciplinary team and flexible working environment. Bilingualism (French / English) or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.

CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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