Pharmaceutical Lab Technician

About the role

Siemens Healthineers is seeking a Radiopharmaceutical Technician to join our innovative team. This is a primarily overnight role requiring flexibility to rotate into alternative shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemistry instruments and advanced systems for manufacturing and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Prepare products for shipment, coordinate courier logistics, and provide customer support.
• Maintain aseptic environments and conduct environmental monitoring.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of critical equipment.
• Communicate with couriers and customers to ensure accurate and timely delivery of biomarkers.
• Support facility housekeeping, manage laboratory inventory, and create quality control documentation.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols and regulations related to the production and transport of radioactive materials.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Specialized skill training or certification may be required.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory environment and able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking skills.
• Basic computer skills such as spreadsheet, word processing, and email.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Medical Technology, or a related Life Science field.
• Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
• Previous work experience in a laboratory environment or related role.
• Previous experience with analytical laboratory equipment and laboratory software systems.
• Familiarity with radiation safety or ALARA principles.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong command of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as critical thinking ability.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Treatment of confidential information with sensitivity.
• Able to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment.
• Able to plan and organize job responsibilities and priorities.
• Able to apply standard operating procedures (SOPs) in a production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a sterile environment.
• Able to understand, prioritize, and implement laboratory safety protocols.

Pay and Benefits

The base pay range for this position is $50,040 - $68,805. Factors affecting starting pay include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Commission eligibility and details are subject to the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance. Siemens Healthineers offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, and more. Equal Employment Opportunity is practiced. For more information, visit our company page and review our Equal Employment Opportunity statement and California Privacy Notice.