GE HealthCare Lead Radiochemist 

Norway, Oslo 

805411566

As a Lead Radiochemist in the Pharmaceutical Diagnostics Research and Development, Radiochemistry team you will play a pivotal role to identify and develop novel radiolabelled Molecular Imaging (MI) products within a multidisciplinary Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) development team. The role requires the development of MI manufacturing methods suitable for clinical translation and registration/commercialisation. Key business areas are neurology, oncology and cardiology, where GE HealthCare provides MI products across the imaging modalities PET and SPECT.

Essential Responsibilities

• Developing radiolabelling methods suitable for reliable supply of radiopharmaceuticals through pre-clinical and clinical translation and ultimately for commercial production.
• Defining and performing radiochemistry laboratory experiments and collaborating remotely with others performing the experimental radiochemistry work.
• Working in multidisciplinary scientific teams and with people from across the different functions of the business.
• Authoring suitable scientific reports & documentation to support regulatory documentation packages (e.g., internal development reports, IND, IMPD, NDA, MAA, research publications, etc.).
• Performing projects and technology transfers with academic partners and external contract R&D organisations.
• Providing radiochemistry development expertise to support products across the wide development stages from early development to life-cycle management.

Qualifications/Requirements

• PhD/MSc in Radiochemistry or Chemistry or equivalent knowledge or experience.
• Hands-on experience in [18F]fluoride and other radionuclide radiolabelling techniques for small and large molecules using direct or synthon-based methods and strong scientific knowledge of the established chemistries used in diagnostic MI products.
• Experience with academic and/or commercial MI product development/production.
• Strong English communication skills.

Desired Characteristics

• Organised approach for planning and delivering within complex scientific projects.
• Demonstrable practical knowledge of analytical techniques and methods used in the characterisation and release of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements for development of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Experience in CMC development, including automation of radiopharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• A good track record of collaborating with external partners.
• Experience with current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.
• Responsible, compliant, and highly ethical mindset.
• Strong awareness of safety and risks.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills and analytical organisation.
• Ability to resolve problems and exercise sound judgment in ambiguous environments.

Total Rewards

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.