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ICP-MS Expert

LocationMol, Belgium
Business SectorBiotechnology
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Job ref26512
Published2 days ago

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.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality assurance, radiation safety, and facilities to ensure reliable, compliant, and efficient analytical operations.


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.


Personal Attributes

  • Detail-oriented, structured, and quality-driven.

  • Proactive, autonomous, and able to manage priorities effectively.

  • Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

  • Flexible and willing to work onsite in Geel, Belgium.

  • Passionate about contributing to life-saving radiopharmaceutical production.


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.