Deliver national radioactivity standards and calibration services
Travel to hospitals and radiopharmaceutical facilities
Combine laboratory science with client-facing technical support
Radioactivity standards & calibration | Field-based scientific services | Data analysis & stakeholder engagement This unique scientific role supports Australia's national radioactivity measurement standards through a combination of laboratory-based work and site visits to hospitals, radiopharmaceutical manufacturers and research facilities. Ideal for an early-career scientist with a background in Physics, Chemistry or a related discipline who enjoys combining technical science with stakeholder interaction.
About the company/role:- Maintain and support Australia's national radioactivity standards
- Approximately 30% field-based and 70% laboratory-based work
- Visit hospitals, radiopharmaceutical manufacturers and accredited facilities to perform dose calibrator testing and verification
Key Responsibilities:- Perform radionuclide measurements, data analysis and uncertainty calculations
- Conduct on-site testing and calibration of radiation measurement equipment
- Prepare technical reports, certificates and scientific documentation
- Maintain laboratory instruments and support national traceability programs
- Liaise with scientists, chemists, quality managers and technicians across client sites
Skills/experience:- Degree or Honours in Physics, Chemistry, Radiochemistry or related discipline
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate results
- Demonstrated communication skills and ability to engage with a range of stakeholders
- Ability to work independently, organise workloads and show initiative
- Full Australian Driver's Licence and Australian Citizenship required
- Knowledge of ISO 17025 or quality systems would be highly regarded
Culture/Benefits:- Supportive and collaborative scientific team environment
- Work with nationally significant measurement and metrology programs
- Diverse role combining laboratory work, travel and stakeholder engagement
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Contract opportunity- start January, with occasional interstate travel
How to Apply:If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume.
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