ICP-MS Expert (Radiopharmaceuticals / Quality Control)
Mol, Belgium – Permanent Position
Job Description
As an ICP-MS Expert, you will join a growing Quality Control (QC) team within a newly established radiochemical production environment, focused on the manufacture of Actinium-225 (Ac-225) for use in targeted radiotherapeutics.
In this role, you will ensure that each produced batch meets strict quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. You will play a key part in setting up analytical workflows, developing methods for ICP-MS and gamma spectrometry, and supporting the qualification and validation activities required for a cGMP-regulated laboratory.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, optimize, and validate ICP-MS methods for trace-level elemental analysis in a radiochemical environment.
* Contribute to gamma spectrometry and radionuclide analysis workflows, supporting batch release testing.
* Perform method development, equipment qualification, and routine QC testing in accordance with cGMP standards.
* Support the preparation and maintenance of SOPs, validation protocols, and QC documentation.
* Participate in laboratory qualification and validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ.
* Troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation to ensure robust and reliable operation.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of analytical processes within the production workflow.
* Adhere to radiation safety protocols and participate in site-specific training.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific field.
* 5+ years' experience hands-on experience with ICP-MS instrumentation.
* Experience in radiochemical or trace-level elemental analysis.
* Understanding of cGMP or other regulated laboratory environments.
* Ability to perform method development, equipment qualification, and routine QC testing.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
* Fluent in English (written and spoken).
Preferred Experience
* Experience with gamma spectrometry or radionuclide analysis.
* Previous work in radiopharmaceutical, nuclear, or isotope production environments.
* Knowledge of Ac-225 or other alpha- or beta-emitting isotopes.
* Experience preparing SOPs, validation protocols, and QC documentation.
* Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
Additional Insights
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Location: Mol, Belgium
* Start Date: ASAP or negotiable
Interested?
Send your CV to Khanyi Mabena at k.mabena@panda-int.com or reach out directly on +32 460 25 75 29 to learn more.