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1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ Cyclotron Associate
Cyclotron‑Radiopharmacy
It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event
you are successful.
Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the Cyclotron Associate may be assigned to Microbiology department.
The Microbiologist will be responsible, in accordance with the licence and radiation safety programs, to ensure that
the microbiology testing and production requirements are met.
The Cyclotron Associate may operate synthesis units for the production of radiopharmaceuticals for human use and
may be responsible for the final testing of any radiopharmaceuticals prior to them being released for human use. All
tests carried out will be done through adherence to strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and release criteria
which must be documented for regulatory compliance. In this role, you will ensure that the requirements of
preventative maintenance, radiation safety and Health Canada licensing commitments are met.
Employment Requirements:
* Ideally a Masters in Chemical engineering, Biology, or a related science
* Experience with microbiological assays including product sterility testing
* Safety conscious individual with general knowledge of radiation safety and CNSC regulations
* Experience working with testing/analytical or production equipment
* Experience working in industrial/pharmaceutical lab
* Experience working in a GMP environment or clean room
* Proven ability to document activities and keep accurate records
* General knowledge of PERs, Positron Emitting tomogrophy (PET) and Single Photon Emitting Tomography
(SPECT) would be an asset
* Ability to work independently in an "attention to detail" environment
* Experience in the production isotopically labeled compounds an asset
* Conduct microbiological testing including: sterility testing, growth promotion, bioburden testing, and other tests
according to the USP and EP.
* Conduct routine monthly environmental monitoring according to SOPs.
* Understand and work under the Health Canada GMP requirements for sterile pharmaceuticals and the Annex to
the Good Manufacturing Practices Guidelines Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for
Positron Emitting Radiopharmaceuticals (PERs).
* Be responsible for the maintenance of the Cyclotron & Radiopharmacy Microbiology Laboratory according to
Health Canada GMPs, including records, procedures, disposal of waste, materials, equipment, and routine
operations.Conduct inventory and management of microbiological materials.Assist in the closure of CCs, NCs, INVs
and CAPAs as specified in the SOPs.
Salary Range: $41.178 to 48.445
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred
Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care
philosophy.
Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is
imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this
position.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health
sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Wednesday, 11 June, 2025.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: June 4, 2025
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