Nuclear Radioisotope Specialist III-IV

Niowave; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Engaging team environment

Opportunities for mentoring

Company events

Job summary

Niowave in Lansing, MI seeks a production technician for medical radioisotopes. You will be responsible for multiple production tasks including raw material preparation, operating radiation detectors, and ensuring compliance with cGMP practices.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 2-6 years of relevant experience. The position entails evening and night shifts and handling radioactive materials. Teamwork, communication skills, and dedication to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of industry experience in nuclear engineering or related field.
• Experience working in a chemical laboratory or cGMP production facility.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute production of medical radioisotope products.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP practices.
• Participate in inventory management and safety procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering, applied physics, or related field

Tools

Radiation detectors

Laboratory equipment

Quality management systems (cGMP)

Job description

Location: Lansing, MI

Job Id:212

# of Openings:1

Who we are…

We are a group of scientists, engineers, designers, technicians, and many others who are dedicated to changing the world by developing medical isotopes to treat and eradicate cancer. We also enjoy darts, cornhole, ping-pong, take‑out for group lunches, chili cook‑offs, and other fun events that makes our company a community where we make a life, not just a living.

Who you are…

You love details and precision. You find standardized work in which deviation could cause an undesirable outcome to be invigorating. Analyzing processes and results to control variations and discuss when improvements would best be introduced is a desirable pastime. Words that describe you are dedicated, efficient, and someone who contributes to making the workday fly by with engaging conversation and team comradery.

What you can expect to work on…

This position plays a key role in the production of various medical radioisotopes using extraction methods developed at Niowave. The products will be shipped around the world for use in cancer therapies. Some of the daily activities include but are not limited to:

• Executes production of medical radioisotope products (including raw material preparation, handling production targets, l cleaning equipment/instrument setup, operating radiation detectors, etc.).
• Maintains compliance with cGMP practices; participating in quality training and event retrospectives.
• Implements production methods to resolve problems and accomplish specific objectives.
• Operates at a consistent and exemplary level of efficiency, producing high quality and accurate results.
• Participates in periodic reviews of component labor routing, material requirements, and manufacturing procedures.
• Participates in new product / process transfers and validations.
• Contributes to inventory management, including cleaning supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrates accountability of self in following radiation and general safety procedures and promotes a culture of safety by helping others to do the same.
• Maintains records in a comprehensive, reproducible, and accurate manner.
• Cold material preparation including preparing c. radium targets, detectors and fixtures, and processing equipment.
• Commission new equipment with radioactive and non-radioactive material.
• Handle and process radioactive waste

What you need to succeed…

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 2-6 years of industry experience in nuclear engineering, applied physics, or related field.
• 3+ experience years’ experience working in a chemical laboratory, radiological facility, cGMP production facility, or related field.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Models the Niowave Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal.
• Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization – appreciates the history of current state, know how and when to make suggestions, as well as using just the right pace to reach the improved future state.
• Understands their own communication and learning styles, can assess others’ styles, and is able to find the right path to connect the two.

Great to have…

• Organizational and project management skills for self and teams.
• Regularly engages in mentoring multiple team members in all aspects of production roles and provides mentoring and recommendation for those pursuing the technical mentor track.
• NRPS IV candidates must meet the additional requirements to:
  • Lead production shift operations with a small team
  • Execute on (Key Performance Indicators) KPIs, communicate key program updates, and drive improvements in quality, safety, and productivity to ensure KPIs are met.
  • Within the department and across the organization, foster a culture of respect, safety, quality, and continuous improvement aligning with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Job Conditions

• Shift work includes evening, night, and early morning shifts, as well as fixed or rotating schedules
• Standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Wear safety glasses, goggle, gloves, lab coat, and/or Tyvek suit
• Required to handle & work with radioactive material most of the time
• Work in Glovebox Lab Environment for up to 8 hours
• Handle chemicals and solutions
• Niowave has multiple locations within the Lansing area. Travel between locations is expected in the role.