Synthetic Medicinal Chemist

vor 3 Wochen


Council of the City of Sydney, Österreich Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation Vollzeit

Position Overview Fixed Term - 4 Years | Full Time | $115k - $129k +15.4% super Sutherland Shire location | Health & Wellbeing Programs | Generous leave provisions Cafe on site | Swimming pool | free parking | campus-based environment Lead cutting‑edge medicinal chemistry for neutron capture applications About the Opportunity The Synthetic Medicinal Chemist will lead the design, synthesis, purification and characterisation of 10B‑enriched and 18F‑labelled neutron capture agents, forming the chemistry stream of ANSTO’s NCEPT program. The position focuses on medicinal and organic synthesis, radiolabelling method development and analytical characterisation to generate novel and clinically relevant compounds for preclinical and clinical evaluation. About You We are looking for someone who is technically strong in synthesis and radiochemistry, but equally comfortable working across disciplines. Curiosity, reliability and good scientific judgement matter just as much as technical skill in this role. Your Duties and Responsibilities Design and synthesise novel 10B‑enriched compounds, including amino acid analogues and derivatives for neutron capture applications. Develop, test and optimise synthetic routes for scale‑up production and purification. Conduct 18F‑radiolabelling and characterisation of compounds using quantitative methods such as HPLC, NMR, MS and PET tracers. Collaborate with radiobiologists and physicists to evaluate compound uptake, biodistribution and radiobiological performance. Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and comply with radiation protection, chemical safety and quality systems. Contribute to publications, conferences and supervision of students. About Us ANSTO leverages great science to deliver big outcomes. We partner with scientists and engineers and apply new technologies to provide real‑world benefits. Our work improves human health, saves lives, builds our industries and protects the environment. Benefits of Working with Us Training, development and mentoring opportunities Performance‑based salary increases Flexible leave options 18 days personal/carers leave annually 3 days paid leave (Christmas to New Year) Parental leave: 18 weeks (primary), 8 weeks (secondary, increasing to 18 weeks by 2027) Annual flu vaccinations Cultural, NAIDOC and First Nations ceremonial leave How to Apply For further technical information related to this position please refer to the Position Description or contact Mitra Safavi‑Naeini on . For all other queries please contact Talent Acquisition on . To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require a security and pre‑employment medical assessment. Application closing date: 26th November 2025 at 11:59pm All applicants must be Australian citizens. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, primary carers, those with a disability and women in STEM. ANSTO is a charter member of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative and is proudly taking action to create a gender‑inclusive workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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