Start your Career at AZIsotopes

Cyclotron Operator position is accountable for operation of the Cyclotron(s). This role requires working individually and as a team to operate, diagnosis/troubleshoot the cyclotron during scheduled production, testing, and maintenance periods. This position requires focused attention of the Cyclotron for several hours over a typical shift. Computer skills, teamwork skills, and the ability to coordinate and communicate with others are essential to success in this position. Duties and responsibilities include: • Must have the ability to learn Cyclotron theory and Control interfaces and apply themselves to continually improve their understanding, interconnectivity of the Cyclotron components and their interface with the controlling software. • Must have general computer skills and comfort level working in front of a computer and the controlling software for several hours during a typical shift. Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) software is expected. • Must be able to demonstrate success at maintaining control set parameters. • Must be willing to rotate to 2nd and 3rd shifts typically for 3 to 6 month periods or as-needed throughout the year to support the operation schedule. With exceptions, time-off must be requested, approved, and scheduled. • Must be able to complete documentation required for day-to-day operations in both paper and computer format as needed for trend analysis and performance data. • Must be willing to assist with preventative maintenance on weekly, monthly, and quarterly intervals. • Must adhere to required start-up and shutdown procedures, check lists and protocols, as well as Quality Control SOP’s, and Regulatory policies and procedures as required. • Occupational radiation dose per government regulations and ALARA guidelines of less than 5 REM a year will be required as well as the use and understanding of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment, gloves, shoe covers, masks/respirators protective clothing, etc.), radiation measurement equipment and personal radiation monitoring. • Must be able to pass annual ALARA radiation training and tests. • Must work in dangerous environments which may include high voltages, falling hazards, tripping hazards or items falling from heights onto personnel. Chemical, airborne, mechanical and radiation hazards will also be a potential issue and as such the Cyclotron Engineer must understand these potential hazards and be vigilantly aware and prudent in correct response and avoidance. • Must endure heavy physical exertion at times including climbing ladders, walking, standing, reaching, and be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and push or pull a load up to 325 pounds. • Must be able to read, write and speak in English with ability to analyze and interpret technical procedures and manuals. • Must help to maintain work area cleanliness, organization, and basic facility maintenance. Necessary Skills: • Bachelors or Associates Degree in a Technical Discipline. • At least 1 year of Cyclotron Experience. • Working Knowledge of digital and analog circuitry. • Working understanding of physics with regards to magnetic and electronic controls. • Knowledge of basic cGMP practices and procedures. • Reasonably fluent in the French language. • Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.