Pharmaceutical Lab Technician

About the role

Siemens Healthineers is seeking a Radiopharmaceutical Technician to support the manufacturing and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals used in diagnostic imaging and treatment of diseases. This role operates in a fast-paced laboratory environment and requires a high level of detail and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemistry instruments (HPLC, GC, TLC, and chemistry modules) and advanced systems (cyclotron) for the routine manufacturing and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Author and maintain precise documentation for manufacturing, quality control, preventive maintenance, customer support, laboratory investigations, deviations, and out-of-specification events.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of critical equipment.
• Prepare products for shipment, coordinate courier logistics, and provide customer support.
• Maintain aseptic environments (cleanroom) to create sterile consumables and prevent contamination during the production of injectable materials.
• Conduct environmental monitoring on a regular and defined basis.
• Maintain compliance with strict safety, sterile environment, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Specialized skill training or certification may be required.
• Physical Demands: Applicants should be 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.
• Able to work independently.
• Basic computer skills such as spreadsheet, word processing, and email.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

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) to ensure data integrity and audit readiness.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as critical thinking ability.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to treat confidential information with sensitivity.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment.
• Ability to plan and organize job responsibilities and priorities.
• Ability to apply standard operating procedures (SOPs) in a production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a sterile environment.
• Ability to understand, prioritize, and implement laboratory safety protocols.

Benefits

• Industry-leading 5-week paid training program (in-person + virtual).
• Competitive benefits: medical/dental/vision, 5% bonus, 100% 401(k) match.
• 20 days PTO + 5 floating holidays.
• Meaningful work that supports patient care and advanced medical imaging.

Pay

The Base Pay Range For This Position Is $40,030 - $55,044. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Schedule

This is a primarily overnight role. Candidates must be willing to work overnight and have the flexibility to rotate into alternative shifts as business needs evolve.