Theranostics Trial Center (TTC)

is Sweden's first center focused on clinical trials with radioactive drugs.

Here, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team with expertise in radiopharmacy, dosimetry, nuclear medicine, and oncology, all deeply committed to our patients. With us, you will have a unique opportunity to work in a field that is at the forefront of precision medicine!

You are offered

• a cutting-edge workplace, with one of Europe’s largest and most advanced radiopharmacy laboratories at BioClinicum in Solna
• a team that values experience, ideas, and initiatives, where you will have the opportunity to influence processes, method development, and working methods

Of course, you will also benefit from the general benefits that Karolinska University Hospital offers you.

About the position

Together with the Radiopharmacy section, we will be about 35 colleagues responsible for extensive production and advanced development of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostics and radionuclide therapy. We manufacture a wide range of radioactive drugs based on radionuclides with varying half-lives, from short-lived isotopes such as C-11, Ga-68, F-18 to long-lived ones like Lu-177, Zr-89, and Ac-225 etc. You will work in a high-tech and regulatory-driven GMP environment where your ability to understand, troubleshoot, develop processes, and document is central.

In this position, you will primarily work with:

• development, optimization, and production of synthesis methods and processes for radiolabeled substances
• automation of processes on various synthesis modules
• translation and scaling up of syntheses from preclinical to clinical phase in close dialogue with researchers, sponsors, and regulatory functions
• GMP validation of new radioactive drugs
• daily production of radiopharmaceuticals for both patients and studies
• real-time problem solving and deviation management
• development of new routines, instructions, and GMP-related documentation

We are looking for someone who

• is confident, stable, and self-aware. You see relationships in their proper perspective, distinguish between the personal and professional, and adapt your approach to the situation
• takes responsibility for your tasks and structures your approach while driving processes forward
• brings ideas and new approaches to work-related issues. You have innovative thinking that can be implemented in practice and leads to results
• works well with others and relates to them in a responsive and smooth manner. You listen, communicate, and resolve conflicts constructively.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• University or college degree in radiochemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry, organic chemistry, or other relevant education
• Good knowledge in radiochemistry and/or synthetic chemistry development

Meritorious:

• Experience in GMP validation, drug manufacturing, and/or synthetic chemistry
• Familiarity with writing procedures and other instructions in English
• Preferably a PhD in radiochemistry or a related field
• Technical skills and interest in working closely with advanced laboratory equipment

Great emphasis is placed on personal qualities including the ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to collaboration and cohesion.

About the recruitment process

Selection and interviews may take place continuously during the application period.

In connection with your application, you need to attach a CV. Instead of a personal letter, we ask you to answer selection questions and briefly explain why you are suitable for the role. Answering the questions is a prerequisite for your application to be considered complete.

Warm welcome with your application - Together we are Karolinska!

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For permanent positions, a probationary period may apply.

About Karolinska University Hospital

We at Karolinska University Hospital are proud to be one of the world’s leading university hospitals. In addition to our special responsibility for highly specialized care in the Stockholm region, our main mission is to educate the healthcare professionals of the future together with Karolinska Institute and conduct world-leading research while continuing our work to develop care for the best interest of the patient. We work in a variety of fields and professions.

Our vision - We will cure and relieve tomorrow what no one can cure and relieve today.

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