Employment Type
: Temporary Full Time, up to 3 years from commencement
Position Classification
: Scientific Officer
Remuneration
: $1, $2,087.86 per week + Superannuation
Location:
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID
: REQ631487
An exciting opportunity to join Sydney Local Health District
We are looking for a Radiopharmaceutical Science Registrar to join our dedicated team
About The Role
You will be working at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH). It is one of the nation's most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
The Radiopharmaceutical Science Registrar (referred to as the 'Trainee'), will be trained in the standard of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), the manufacture and QC of radiopharmaceuticals, maintenance of records including records required for a TGA-licensed facility, routine instrumentation calibration, environmental monitoring activities and adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements in the Department of Molecular Imaging (PET & Nuclear Medicine) at RPA which operates a medical cyclotron.
The Trainee will be expected to undertake advanced education and training in radiopharmaceutical science with the expectation, after review and examination, of eligibility for certification as a Radiopharmaceutical Scientist by the Australian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM).
This is a great opportunity to join a diverse team with the ability to enhance skills and gain knowledge in a Hospital Department that was the 1st in the country to obtain a GMP TGA Licence for the manufacture of PET radiopharmaceuticals.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate
* A relevant degree (MSc or PhD) in Chemistry, Pharmacy or Medicinal Chemistry from an approved University.
* Demonstrated experience in synthetic, organic or medicinal chemistry.
* Demonstrated experience and understanding of analytical chemistry and use of analytical instrumentation such as HPLC and GC.
Benefits
* Allocated Day Off (ADO), paid parental leave and annual leave loading.
* Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
* Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
* Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
* Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
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Applications Close: 6 February 2026
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