At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us in producing life-saving radiopharmaceuticals and ensure quality control in a cutting-edge facility.
- Company: Curium, the world's largest nuclear medicine company with over a century of experience.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, competitive pay, and work in a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and training in a collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while developing your skills in a dynamic field.
- Qualifications: Experience in pharmaceutical chemistry and GMP environments; strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Curium is the world’s largest nuclear medicine company with more than a century of industry experience.
We develop, manufacture, and distribute world‑class radiopharmaceutical products to help patients around the globe.
Our proven heritage, combined with a pioneering approach, is the hallmark of delivering innovation, excellence, and unparalleled service.
Join Us as a Radiopharmacy Technician!
We are looking for a talented professional to join our team supporting the build, validation, and operation of a PET Radiopharmacy facility , followed by hands‑on involvement in GMP production and quality control of PET radiotracers for clinical use.
From early project phases through full GMP operations, you will play a key role in ensuring safe, compliant, and high‑quality radiopharmaceutical production.
What You’ll Do
- Project & Validation Phase
- Contribute technical expertise during facility build, installation, and commissioning
- Assist with equipment, production, and QC validation activities
- PET Radiopharmaceutical Production
- Manufacture PET radiopharmaceuticals using hot cells and isolators
- Perform sterile and aseptic dispensing using negative pressure isolator technology
- Apply radiation protection principles (ALARA) at all times
- Support packing and dispatch in line with transport and regulatory requirements
- Cleanroom & Facility Operations
- Perform sanitation and cleaning of aseptic suites, isolators, and production areas
- Conduct environmental and radiation monitoring
- Manage consumables transfer and stock control
- Quality Control & GMP Compliance
- Perform QC testing (radiochemical and radionuclide purity) per European Pharmacopoeia
- Maintain GMP‑compliant documentation and batch records
- Support deviation management, Root Cause Analysis, and CAPA activities
- Assist with equipment qualification and requalification activities
- Manage incoming materials, stock levels, and system production orders
- Maintain equipment and facility logs (fridges, freezers, isolators, etc.)
- Support the training of technicians across the PET manufacturing and QC processes
- Work cross‑functionally to ensure smooth production and quality operations
- Working knowledge of pharmaceutical chemistry and GMP
- Experience working in controlled or GMP environments
- Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline
- High level of computer literacy
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
- Willingness to work rotating 12‑hour shifts (midnight – 17:00 window)
- Nice to Have
- Radiopharmacy or aseptic dispensing experience
- Knowledge of Ionising Radiation Local Rules, COSHH, and H&S procedures
- Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Curium is an equal‑opportunity employer and believes everyone deserves respect, dignity, and equality.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Radiopharmacy Technician in Oxford employer: Curium Pharma
Curium is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and excellence are at the forefront of our mission in nuclear medicine. As a Radiopharmacy Technician, you will benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring your growth within a supportive team that values collaboration and quality. Located in a state-of-the-art facility, you will play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes while enjoying a culture that prioritises respect, dignity, and equality for all employees.
