Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited
Senior Scientist, Radiochemistry
Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Telix Pharmaceuticals is a dynamic, fast-growing radiopharmaceutical company with offices in Australia (HQ), Belgium, Japan, Switzerland, and the United States. Our mission is to deliver on the promise of precision medicine through targeted radiation.
We exist to create products that seek to improve the quality of life for people living with cancer and rare diseases.
You will be supporting the international roll-out of our approved prostate cancer imaging agent and helping to advance our portfolio of late clinical-stage products that address significant unmet need in oncology and rare diseases.
Key Responsibilities
Radiochemistry & Conjugation
Perform and optimize radiolabeling of antibodies and antibody fragments with therapeutic and diagnostic radiometals (e.g., 177-Lu, 225-Ac, 89-Zr, 64-Cu, etc.).
Conduct chemical conjugation of antibodies with metal chelators (e.g., DOTA, DOTAGA, DTPA, DFO, MACROPA).
Develop reproducible and scalable labeling protocols for preclinical and translational applications.
Design and execute quality control assays (HPLC, iTLC, SEC, SDS-PAGE).
Develop and transfer analytical methods to support preclinical studies and CMC activities.
Protein Biochemistry
Apply biochemical expertise in antibody/protein handling, purification, and characterization.
Assess protein integrity and stability following conjugation and radiolabeling.
Support analytical method development for protein-radiometal conjugates.
Preclinical & Development Support
Collaborate with in-vivo biology team to support in vitro and in vivo studies.
Provide input into CMC scale-up activities.
Contribute to IND-enabling activities, including process documentation and technology transfer.
Radiation Safety
Serve as the site’s Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal radiation safety regulations.
Implement radiation safety procedures, train laboratory staff, and maintain required records and licenses.
Education And Experience
Required Qualifications
Bachelors plus 8+ years, Masters plus 6+ years, Ph.D. plus 5+ years in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Radiochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
3+ years of laboratory experience in radiolabeling of biologics, metal chelator chemistry, and related QC techniques.
Strong background in protein biochemistry, including antibody purification, conjugation, and characterization.
Experience with analytical methods commonly applied in radiopharmaceutical and protein characterization.
Prior or current qualification as Radiation Safety Officer (or equivalent experience).
Knowledge of regulations governing radiation safety.
Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with preclinical radiopharmaceutical development in oncology.
Familiarity with CMC scale-up activities and regulatory documentation.
Experience with GMP or GLP environments.
Job Competencies / Behaviors
Safety Mindset: Demonstrates strict adherence to radiation safety protocols and laboratory best practices.
Scientific Rigor: Detail-oriented and methodical in experimental design, execution, and data analysis.
Collaboration: Works effectively across multidisciplinary teams, fostering open communication and knowledge sharing.
Accountability: Takes ownership of projects and responsibilities, delivering on commitments in a timely manner.
Adaptability: Adjusts to evolving project priorities, regulatory requirements, and organizational needs.
Problem-Solving: Approaches technical challenges with creativity and persistence, identifying practical solutions.
Communication: Clearly communicates experimental results, documentation, and regulatory materials to internal stakeholders and collaborators.
About Telix and Equal Opportunity At Telix, we believe
everyone counts ,
we strive to be extraordinary , and
we pursue our goals with determination and integrity . You will be part of an engaged and supportive group of colleagues with a shared
purpose: to help people with cancer and rare diseases live longer, better quality lives . Telix is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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We exist to create products that seek to improve the quality of life for people living with cancer and rare diseases.
You will be supporting the international roll-out of our approved prostate cancer imaging agent and helping to advance our portfolio of late clinical-stage products that address significant unmet need in oncology and rare diseases.
Key Responsibilities
Radiochemistry & Conjugation
Perform and optimize radiolabeling of antibodies and antibody fragments with therapeutic and diagnostic radiometals (e.g., 177-Lu, 225-Ac, 89-Zr, 64-Cu, etc.).
Conduct chemical conjugation of antibodies with metal chelators (e.g., DOTA, DOTAGA, DTPA, DFO, MACROPA).
Develop reproducible and scalable labeling protocols for preclinical and translational applications.
Design and execute quality control assays (HPLC, iTLC, SEC, SDS-PAGE).
Develop and transfer analytical methods to support preclinical studies and CMC activities.
Protein Biochemistry
Apply biochemical expertise in antibody/protein handling, purification, and characterization.
Assess protein integrity and stability following conjugation and radiolabeling.
Support analytical method development for protein-radiometal conjugates.
Preclinical & Development Support
Collaborate with in-vivo biology team to support in vitro and in vivo studies.
Provide input into CMC scale-up activities.
Contribute to IND-enabling activities, including process documentation and technology transfer.
Radiation Safety
Serve as the site’s Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal radiation safety regulations.
Implement radiation safety procedures, train laboratory staff, and maintain required records and licenses.
Education And Experience
Required Qualifications
Bachelors plus 8+ years, Masters plus 6+ years, Ph.D. plus 5+ years in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Radiochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
3+ years of laboratory experience in radiolabeling of biologics, metal chelator chemistry, and related QC techniques.
Strong background in protein biochemistry, including antibody purification, conjugation, and characterization.
Experience with analytical methods commonly applied in radiopharmaceutical and protein characterization.
Prior or current qualification as Radiation Safety Officer (or equivalent experience).
Knowledge of regulations governing radiation safety.
Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with preclinical radiopharmaceutical development in oncology.
Familiarity with CMC scale-up activities and regulatory documentation.
Experience with GMP or GLP environments.
Job Competencies / Behaviors
Safety Mindset: Demonstrates strict adherence to radiation safety protocols and laboratory best practices.
Scientific Rigor: Detail-oriented and methodical in experimental design, execution, and data analysis.
Collaboration: Works effectively across multidisciplinary teams, fostering open communication and knowledge sharing.
Accountability: Takes ownership of projects and responsibilities, delivering on commitments in a timely manner.
Adaptability: Adjusts to evolving project priorities, regulatory requirements, and organizational needs.
Problem-Solving: Approaches technical challenges with creativity and persistence, identifying practical solutions.
Communication: Clearly communicates experimental results, documentation, and regulatory materials to internal stakeholders and collaborators.
About Telix and Equal Opportunity At Telix, we believe
everyone counts ,
we strive to be extraordinary , and
we pursue our goals with determination and integrity . You will be part of an engaged and supportive group of colleagues with a shared
purpose: to help people with cancer and rare diseases live longer, better quality lives . Telix is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Privacy VIEW OUR PRIVACY POLICY HERE
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