Senior Production Radiochemist – Lansing, Michigan

Ionetix Corporation; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Stock options

Health insurance from day one

Job summary

Ionetix Corporation is seeking a Senior Production Radiochemist in Lansing, MI to lead the development of novel radiochemistry processes and ensure compliance with all regulations. This position requires expertise in radiochemical production and will play a key role in the commercialization of radioisotopes.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in a related field and possess at least three years of relevant experience, alongside strong skills in safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Radiochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• At least three years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in developing radiochemistry processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and manufacture cyclotron targets for medical isotope production.
• Develop and validate novel radiochemical processing methods.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, NRC, OSHA, and DOT regulations.

Skills

Development of novel radiochemistry processes

General chemistry lab and radiation safety

Regulatory guidance application (NRC, FDA, OSHA, etc.)

Writing and reviewing SOPs

Data evaluation and analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Radiochemistry or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Radiochemistry or related field plus 5 years experience

Job description

Join the Team Advancing the Future of Targeted Radiopharmaceuticals

IONETIX is seeking a Senior Production Radiochemist in Lansing, MI to develop and implement novel radiochemistry processes, cyclotron target technologies, isotope purification methods, and manufacturing operations. This role will serve as a subject matter expert in radiochemical production and support the commercialization of radioisotopes and radiopharmaceutical products while ensuring compliance with FDA, NRC, OSHA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.

We have full isotope production and processing, drug manufacturing, and distribution logistics. Join us in transforming the future of nuclear medicine through innovative cyclotron technology, radioisotope production, radiopharmaceutical manufacturing, and nationwide distribution solutions.

Our staff enjoy an excellent benefits package including a competitive salary, generous paid time off, pre‑tax and post‑tax retirement plan options, stock options, and health insurance begins on your first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key technical contributor in the design, development, and manufacturing of cyclotron targets for medical isotope production.
• Develop, optimize, validate, and implement novel radiochemical processing and purification methods.
• Lead technical transfer activities for radiochemical manufacturing processes under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Perform and oversee routine production of Ac-225, At-211, and other radioisotopes in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Master Batch Records.
• Prepare quality control samples and support aseptic dispensing and manufacturing activities.
• Conduct scientific research to improve isotope yield, product quality, operational efficiency, and manufacturing scalability.
• Develop, author, review, and maintain SOPs, batch records, protocols, reports, and technical documentation.
• Ensure operations comply with FDA, NRC, OSHA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Participate in investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and validation activities.
• Manage procurement, inventory, qualification, and lifecycle management of raw materials and consumables used in isotope production.
• Maintain laboratory chemical inventories in accordance with regulatory and safety requirements.
• Support radioactive waste management and disposal programs under NRC regulations.
• Participate in radioactive material shipping and receiving compliance activities.
• Serve as a radiochemistry subject matter expert for internal teams and external partners.
• Train and mentor personnel on chemical, hazardous material, and radiation safety practices.
• Collaborate closely with scientific, engineering, quality, manufacturing, and operations teams to support product development and commercialization efforts.
• Evaluate scientific literature, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to advance Ionetix capabilities.

Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher in Radiochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or any related Chemical or Engineering field of study, plus at least three (3) years of experience or in any related position(s) through which the required experience was gained.

In lieu of the above‑stated primary education and experience requirements, the company will accept a Bachelor’s degree in Radiochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or any related Chemical or Engineering field of study, plus at least five (5) years of post‑degree, progressively responsible experience in any related position(s) through which the required experience was gained.

Qualified applicants must also have demonstratable proficiency, skill, experience, or knowledge with the following:

• Demonstrated experience with development of novel radiochemistry processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of general chemistry lab and radiation safety.
• Evaluating scientific journals with demonstrated experience utilizing new information for the development and improvement of radiochemistry methods.
• Applying regulatory guidance from three or more of the following regulatory agencies: Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), US-Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), US Pharmacopoeia (USP), International Council of Harmonization (ICH), US Department of Transportation (DOT), US Department of Energy (DOE).
• Demonstrated experience writing and reviewing standard operating procedures and related process documentation.
• Writing reports, professional business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Defining problems, collecting data, and evaluating data to assess results using one or more of the following: root cause analysis, scientific method, engineering method, statistical analysis, chemical analysis, nuclear instrumentation analysis.
• Knowledge of Actinium-225 and Astatine-211, preferred.
• Glovebox and hot cell environment experience, preferred.

To apply, email your resume to [e-mail]

Ionetix is an Equal Opportunity Employer.