Overview
The Radiopharmacy unit is looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated person to join our friendly and dynamic team to provide a high quality radiopharmaceutical service. The role as a Radiopharmacy Production Assistant would be ideal for someone with a background in Pharmacy Technical services, Nuclear Medicine or Good Manufacturing Practice. For the right candidate who shows an aptitude for the job we would encourage further training to help with future career development. The Addenbrookes CUH strives to innovate and improve care to patients. You will be part of a team of highly professional and dedicated staff whose aim is to provide an excellent, patient focus service. The prime function of the department is the preparation of diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals, in a safe and efficient manner according to Good Manufacturing Practice and National Standards. Our aim is to provide our valued staff with training to become skilled, competent and confident in their job roles. We encourage innovative working which includes the development of our facilities to meet regulatory requirements and the growing needs of the service. We promote learning and development within our organisation. We welcome applicants who are willing to be part of a team in a department where the role is diverse, Radiopharmacy experience advantageous but not compulsory as full training will be given.
Responsibilities
* Perform general duties in Radiopharmacy. Primarily performing and maintaining a high level of hygiene in all areas of the Radiopharmacy.
* Help with transfer sanitisation of manufacturing materials into the clean room. Participate in preparing cleanroom gowns for laundry.
* Arrange the safe disposal of radioactive materials.
* Other duties to support a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the timely dispatch of radioactive products.
* To provide dispensing support and dispensing checks. Routine daily constancy checks of all dose calibrators. Top up of all blank labels.
Additional information
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. If you would like to discuss required hours, please contact the provided. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission, this reflects the skill and dedication of our staff. The Trust's values - Together, Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining how staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local population and specialist services regionally and beyond.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and to creating an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, or socio-economic background.
Note: Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. If you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer a full-time permanent contract unless you have applied for a Graduate visa or have completed your course and applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date.
Closing date: Midnight 24 September 2025. Interviews planned for 1 October 2025.
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