Radiopharmacy Production Technician

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a Radiopharmacy Production Technician for work in a sterile manufacturing facility. You will contribute to the development, manufacture, and QA of radiopharmaceuticals for clinical use, ensuring GMP compliance and safety in radiochemical processes.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, teamwork, and maintaining environmental controls within a state-of-the-art facility.

Qualifications

• Experience working in GMP environments and familiarity with ionising radiation regulations.
• Experience operating radiochemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Solid documentation practices and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing, aseptic dispensing, and QC of PET radiopharmaceuticals following GMP and SOPs.
• Operate and maintain radiochemical synthesis and QC equipment.
• Maintain GMP standards in the facility, including environmental monitoring and equipment maintenance.
• Accurately document all production and QC processes.

Skills

GMP experience

Radiopharmacy

Sterile manufacturing

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related science

Tools

Synthesis equipment

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

An exciting opportunity for a Radiopharmacy Production Technician to join a leading provider of nuclear medicine solutions based in their sterile manufacturing facility. This role offers the chance to be involved in the development, manufacturing, and quality control of cutting‑edge radiopharmaceutical products that help improve patient outcomes worldwide. You will be an integral part of the production team, supporting GMP‑compliant manufacturing processes, ensuring safety standards are maintained, and contributing to the delivery of high‑quality radiotracers for clinical use.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Your duties as the Radiopharmacy Production Technician will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

• Support the manufacturing, aseptic dispensing, and quality control of PET radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with GMP and SOPs.
• Operate and maintain automated and manual radiochemical synthesis and QC equipment.
• Assist in maintaining the GMP standards within the facility, including environmental monitoring, cleaning, and equipment maintenance.
• Document all production and quality control processes accurately and comprehensively.
• As the Radiopharmacy Technician, you will ensure the safe handling of radioactive materials and follow radiation protection techniques at all times.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• A Degree or higher level in a related science field (e.g., Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Quality Assurance / Quality Management).
• Proven experience working within GMP environments, with knowledge of ionising radiation regulations and aseptic techniques.
• Demonstrable practical skills in operating radiochemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly innovative industry with a commitment to professional development. You will play a vital role in delivering life‑changing medicines, with a supportive team environment and access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements.