Chemist jobs in Rockford, IL

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.

Position

The Analytical Chemist I/II is responsible for the preparation and analysis of radioactive and non-radioactive samples generated in NorthStar’s production or development laboratories, maintenance, calibration, and qualification of analytical measurement equipment, and may assist with quality control of products. The Analytical Chemist I/II will be comfortable with cGMP documentation processes, have strong critical thinking skills, and be able to accurately interpret data.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and calibrate analytical instrumentation, including but not limited to: MP-AES, ICP-MS, ICP-OESIC, HPLC, GC, and TOC.
• Operate, maintain and calibrate radiation measurement equipment, including but not limited to: HPGe, LSC (with alpha and beta counting modes), Alpha Spectrometer, gas proportional counters, dose calibrators, survey meters, and wipe test counters.
• Preparation and analysis of samples (radioactive and non-radioactive) with a variety of instrumentation.
• Perform radiochemical separations as needed to support product development.
• Review, evaluate, prepare and follow Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and Reports.
• Understand and prepare equipment documentation.
• Conduct testing to generate data in support of product development.
• Engage in inter and intra departmental collaborations.

The Analytical Chemist II will have additional responsibilities including: 

• Plan and coordinate testing to generate data in support product development.
• Review data, compile results, and write reports suitable for regulatory agency submission (e.g. FDA, NRC, WI-DHS, etc.)
• Provide guidance to other members of the team and those working in the laboratory.                                                             

Qualifications

Previous experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory making cGMP / GLP measurements is required.

Analytical Chemist I Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related physical science and minimum two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two (2) years previous experience in a radiochemistry position with an understanding of radioisotopes used in nuclear medicine desired.

Analytical Chemist II Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and minimum four (4) years of laboratory experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a position working with open sources of radioactivity and an understanding of radioisotopes used in nuclear medicine desired.

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.

Location

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.