Position Overview
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) – Full time (100%), fixed‑term position for up to 3 years. Base salary in the range $117,958.12 – $132,247.57 + 17% superannuation (HEW Level 8). Based at the StLucia Campus. Key Responsibilities
Assist the Cyclotron and Radiochemistry Facility Manager with maintaining cleanroom and clean workstation compliance with international standards (PIC/s, ISO) and equipment calibration. Participate in maintaining the Radiochemistry Facility's Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS) by managing document control and ensuring latest revisions are electronically available to users. Expand availability of radiochemicals, radiotracers, radiopharmaceuticals and investigational medicinal products for clinical and pre‑clinical researchers. Assist in the development of radiolabelling strategies using manual and automated techniques. Assist in the development of quality control techniques (radio‑HPLC, TLC, gamma‑spectrometry, etc.). Author, revise and implement documentation (SOPs, batch records, validation protocols, reports) as part of the PQS. Operate the “Cyclone18 Twin” cyclotron for production of radioisotopes. Achieve and maintain certification as a Dangerous Goods Shipper and prepare documents/packaging for Class7 goods. Participate in radiochemistry safety meetings and other duties as reasonably directed. Qualifications and Experience
Postgraduate qualifications in Radiopharmaceutical Science or related field, or progress towards one, combined with extensive experience in radiochemistry, lab management or equivalent. Strong initiative, cooperative teamwork, detail orientation and prioritisation skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills across diverse groups. Laboratory research/development experience in radiopharmaceutical science, physics or biomedical sciences. Willingness to work safely with radioactive material. Desirable: Current Queensland Health Radiation Use Licence. Desirable: Current Dangerous Goods Air Acceptance Certification (Class7 Radioactive Materials). Experience in GAMP, TGA licensed GMP facility, clinically based “hot‑lab”, automated radiochemistry synthesizers and operation of medical cyclotrons. Benefits
Up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary‑care leave; 17% superannuation; 17.5% leave loading; flexible working options; health and wellbeing programs; discounted Study for Staff program; on‑campus childcare; affordable parking; and salary packaging. Application Deadline and Legal Statements
Applications close 15June2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R‑65514). The University of Queensland reserves the right to close this application process early. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated and pays respects to their ancestors and descendants. We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process.
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