Pharmaceutical Lab Technician

Siemens Healthineers; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 42,030 - 57,794; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-week training program

Medical/dental/vision benefits

5% bonus

100% 401(k) match

20 days PTO + 5 floating holidays

Job summary

Siemens Healthineers is seeking a skilled professional to join its radiopharmaceutical operations. You will handle synthesis, quality control, packaging, logistics, and regulatory compliance for radiopharmaceuticals used in diagnostic imaging and treatment.

You will work with HPLC, GC, TLC, and cyclotron systems, ensuring accurate documentation, preventive maintenance, and timely courier coordination to support 2,800 imaging centers worldwide.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; specialized training may be required.
• Must lift up to 100 lbs and work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Basic computer skills (spreadsheets, word processing, email).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemistry instruments (HPLC, GC, TLC) and cyclotron for routine manufacturing and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Author and maintain documentation for manufacturing, QC, preventive maintenance, investigations, deviations, and out-of-spec events.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of critical equipment.
• Prepare products for shipment, coordinate courier logistics, and provide customer support.
• Maintain aseptic environments (cleanrooms) to create sterile consumables.
• Conduct environmental monitoring on a defined basis.
• Maintain compliance with safety, sterile environment, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Independent work

Good Documentation Practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

GC

TLC

Cyclotron

Laboratory software systems

Job description

At Siemens Healthineers, we operate the world's largest PET radiopharmaceutical network—delivering over 1 million doses annually with a >99% fulfillment rate and supporting more than 2,800 imaging centers worldwide.

Benefits

• Industry‑leading 5‑week paid training program (in‑person + virtual).
• Competitive benefits: medical/dental/vision, 5% bonus and 100% 401(k) match.
• 20 days PTO + 5 floating holidays.
• Meaningful work that supports patient care and advanced medical imaging.

Responsibilities

You are responsible for the synthesis, quality control, packaging, logistics, and strict regulatory compliance of radiopharmaceuticals used in diagnostic imaging and treatment of diseases. Your role supports manufacturing through regular preventive maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of analytical equipment. You also communicate regularly with couriers and customers to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of biomarkers, assist with facility housekeeping, maintain laboratory inventory levels, create quality control documentation as needed, and adhere to strict safety protocols and regulations related to the production and transport of radioactive materials.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Operate chemistry instruments (HPLC, GC, TLC, chemistry modules) and advanced systems (cyclotron) for routine manufacturing and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Author and maintain precise documentation for manufacturing, quality control, preventive maintenance, customer support, laboratory investigations, deviations, and out‑of‑specification events.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of critical equipment.
• Prepare products for shipment, coordinate courier logistics, and provide customer support.
• Maintain aseptic environments (cleanroom) to create sterile consumables and prevent contamination during production of injectable materials.
• Conduct environmental monitoring on a regular, defined basis.
• Maintain compliance with strict safety, sterile environment, and regulatory standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Specialized skill training or certification may be required.
• Physical Demands: Applicants should be comfortable working in a fast‑paced laboratory environment and able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Detail‑oriented with strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Basic computer skills such as spreadsheet, word processing, and email.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• An associate's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, medical technology, or a related life science field.
• Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
• Previous work experience in a laboratory environment or related role.
• Previous experience with analytical laboratory equipment and laboratory software systems.
• Familiarity with radiation safety or ALARA principles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong command of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to ensure data integrity and audit readiness.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills, as well as critical thinking ability.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to treat confidential information with sensitivity.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast‑paced, multi‑priority environment.
• Ability to plan and organize job responsibilities and priorities.
• Ability to apply standard operating procedures (SOPs) in a production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a sterile environment.
• Ability to understand, prioritize, and implement laboratory safety protocols.

Base pay range: $42,030 – $57,794

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.