Accelerator Operator

Overview:

Are you looking to be part of a game-changing organization that has the potential to help cure cancer? NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is seeking individuals with a pro-active, collaborative, can-do mindset to join our rapidly growing team.

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is a growing, commercial-stage company focused on advancing patient care by providing therapeutic radioisotopes and novel radiopharmaceuticals to detect and treat cancer, and customized radiopharmaceutical development services.

Innovative technology, opportunities for career advancement, and competitive compensation are just the beginning. NorthStar offers health and life insurance, 401K match, paid holidays, and paid time off, and all NorthStar employees are eligible on day one for our annual bonus and equity incentive plans.

The Accelerator Operator is responsible for performing routine and non-routine particle (electron) accelerator equipment operations and maintenance tasks necessary to safely, compliantly and efficiently manufacture bulk radiopharmaceuticals. This position will assist with commissioning and installation of systems and equipment, and the development of associated process procedures and instructions. Following this, the role will transition to a traditional role of routine operations and maintenance. The individual will be part of the operational success of the radioisotope production process including accelerator startup/shutdown operations and maintenance, target irradiation, and other routine operations.

This position supports production in a 24-hour manufacturing facility and works a rotating schedule:

Week 1 Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Week 2 Monday, Friday, Saturday

Day shift is 6:00AM 6:15PM and Night shift is 6:00PM 6:15AM. Evenings, nights, weekends and some holidays will be required with scheduled overtime every other week.

Physical demands may include, but not be limited to, specific vision abilities including near vision/acuity and visual color discrimination.

The work environment may include exposure to a heated/air-conditioned indoor office / manufacturing / cleanroom setting with adequate ventilation and lighting and outdoor environments with varying temperatures. The noise level may vary from quiet to loud. Employees must be willing and able to wear various types of PPE, including, but not limited to, respirators, gloves, safety glasses, and protective clothing, as required by the job to ensure safety in potentially hazardous conditions. Specific cleanroom requirements include employees needing to inform leadership about any health condition that may have an adverse effect on products, as well as compliance with gowning protocols. This means all jewelry, including physically attached items, must not interfere with the effectiveness of personal protective equipment. In addition, all cosmetics, fragranced products (perfumes, aftershave, etc.), and nail products are prohibited, including clear nail polish, artificial nails, and nail extenders.

The company is a radiopharmaceutical manufacturer and radiation may be present in manufacturing and laboratory areas. Employees may be required to be monitored using company provided dosimetry and bioassay testing.

• Safely, compliantly, and efficiently operate the accelerators and associated systems and equipment, such as hot cells, primary cooling systems, and development work on filling and packaging lines.
• Provide support for operational and testing activities of the accelerator and associated systems.
• Assist with routine maintenance, functional tests, and inspections of accelerators and associated systems and equipment.
• Assist with the development of production documents, such as Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, Forms, and Logs.
• Perform various aspects of the radiopharmaceutical irradiation and production process, including pre-production set-up, manufacturing processes, and post-production activities.

Technical Degree in science, technology or engineering and minimum two (2) years of experience within a highly regulated / cGMP manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong mechanical aptitude is required. Relevant military experience will also be considered.

Please note the company cannot provide immigration-related sponsorship (including H-1B status, O-1 status, Optional Practical Training support, etc.) for this position. Each successful applicant will be required to complete the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, demonstrating both identity and employment authorization, on or before the first day of employment. Under federal law, only truthful information may be provided on the Form I-9.

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is headquartered in Beloit, Wis. This location is our primary manufacturing site and accommodates all of our corporate functions. Beloit has small city charm, with a lively and renovated downtown, yet is also close to cities such as Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Rockford.

Beloit is a part of the larger South Central Wisconsin/Northern Illinois region, which offers residents and visitors alike a unique blend of urban opportunities and rural, natural beauty. The area, therefore, offers collections of natural, educational, artistic, and historical attractions alongside a wide variety of sporting and social opportunities. There are several cities and many towns within a reasonable commute of Beloit, which offer a wide choice of residential styles and a large number of school district choices for those considering relocation.

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.