Title: Accelerator Operator

Description: We are seeking operators for our proton linear accelerator (linac) and cyclotrons in Denton, Texas. Our accelerators are used to produce radioisotopes for medical applications. The work includes monitoring and control of complex electro-mechanical systems, along with periodic troubleshooting, maintenance and equipment modifications. Operations can be around the clock, so shift work and some overtime are required. For students, shifts can be arranged around class schedules.

The accelerators are very complex systems that include computer based controls, high voltage, high current, and radio frequency power supplies; high vacuum systems, mechanical pneumatic target handling devices, and temperature controlled, high flow, water cooling systems. Some of these systems become radioactive during operations, and some work is required in radiation fields. We have comprehensive safety systems in place to protect employees from the risks of these electrical, mechanical and radiation hazards.

We work as a team and each operator is expected to bring some skills to the team. Knowledge and experience in computer controls, electronic circuits and wiring, automated mechanical handling systems, water cooling systems, vacuum systems are all desired, but not all required in each individual. Practical, hands-on, hard-working individuals are needed. The mental capacity to understand the entirety of a complex system and how each subsystem interacts with the whole is perhaps the most challenging part of the job.

Requirements: Desired training includes technical certificates, associate degrees, engineering training or equivalent experience in electrical, electronic, controls, vacuum or mechanical systems. Military experience in any of these areas is well regarded.

Operators start as “second” operators working under the direction of a “lead” operator and/or engineers. Starting pay rate is $15/hour. As knowledge and capability are demonstrated, individuals can advance to lead operator positions. This is an opportunity to work on and gain experience with a wide variety of complex equipment.

Title: Radiochemist, Isotope Production

Description: Trace Life Sciences is undertaking rolling recruitment of radiochemists at various levels (including supervisor). Candidates will be expected to quickly familiarize themselves with isotope separation and purification processes in a cGMP production environment. Duties include; hot cell operations, quantitative radiochemical separations, radio-analytical measurements, accelerator target preparation, production related R&D/method development and validation.

Requirements: Candidates must possess a minimum B.S. In Chemistry Preference will be given to candidates with industry experience, but chemists with appropriate wet/analytical chemistry skills outside the industry will be considered. Full radiation worker training will be provided. Candidates must be willing to accommodate shift patterns of work.

Title: Manager, Regulatory Affairs

Description: Position will handle the day to day activities of the regulatory affairs department.   The person will provide support on all submissions, and insure compliance with Federal and international guidance. Person will report directly to Director of Regulatory Affairs.

Requirements: Degree in Chemistry or Biology BS or MS.
Computer skills, standard office suite skills, text editors, spread sheets and some experience with online document record keeping preferred.  3-5 years with pharmaceutical quality system GMP preferred. AQS Experience with ANDA, NDA, IND, eIND submissions, experience with CTD or eCTD format preferred.

If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact us or send an email to: ihorn@thelinac.com