Are you a highly motivated and dynamic Medicinal Chemist / Radiopharmaceutical Specialist with a healthy passion for innovation? Then, you should join our ambitious and enthusiastic team at TetraKit Technologies to help optimize and translate our cutting-edge TetraKit radiolabeling platform and develop the next generation of radiopharmaceuticals!
About TetraKit Technologies
TetraKit Technologies is a highly science-driven startup, which is currently revolutionizing radiopharmaceutical development and key concepts. Our proprietary TetraKit Platform is a groundbreaking click-chemistry based technology which simplifies the radiolabeling of any targeting molecule, with theranostic radionuclides. We focus in particular on the radiohalogens, notably astatine-211, the most promising radionuclide for alpha therapy, fluorine-18, iodine-131 and iodine-123. However, we also employ radiometals in our development. With this, we are establishing a broad pipeline of TetraKit-based radiopharmaceuticals, both in-house and via partnerships with the leading Radiopharma companies, worldwide.
The Position
As a Medicinal Chemist / Radiopharmaceutical Specialist, you will combine responsibilities within organic chemistry and radiochemistry to advance the development of innovative technology and radiopharmaceuticals. Your responsibilities will include:
- Design, synthesis, and optimization: Develop innovative technology and radiopharmaceuticals, focusing on organic synthesis, radiosynthesis and analysis of compounds.
- Technology transfer and support: Participate in the technology transfer and establishment of the TetraKit Platform to radiopharmaceutical manufacturing sites worldwide, overseeing implementation and troubleshooting.
- Documentation: Prepare, review, and optimize standardized protocols, ensuring high-quality and reproducible R&D.
- Training and collaboration: Lead staff training initiatives and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure project success.
What We’re Looking For
Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in radiopharmaceuticals, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics, or a related discipline
- A M.Sc. with extensive post-degree experience in radiopharmaceuticals, chemistry, pharmaceutics, or a related field.
- Strong expertise in medicinal chemistry, with a focus on organic synthesis and drug development.
- Proven experience in radiopharmaceutical chemistry; expertise in radiolabeling with halogens is a significant advantage.
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
- Excellent communication skills; fluency in English, spoken and written, is required (Danish is not needed for the position).
- Ability to collaborate effectively in diverse teams and across cultural boundaries.
- Flexibility to travel; this position involves up to 10% travel time.
Why Join Us?
We offer an exciting and fast-paced environment, in which your technical skills and ambition can really flourish. If you thrive in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment and are excited about taking on diverse responsibilities, TetraKit Technologies offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact. As a member of our team, you’ll work at the forefront of global radiopharmaceutical innovation, contributing to life-changing scientific advancements. We value a fun and relaxed environment and an informal tone, a supportive atmosphere and a strong sense of team-spirit and collaboration.
How to Apply
If this opportunity excites you, please send your application as a single PDF document of max 5 pages (a cover letter with your interest in this position and highlight relevant experience, CV, and publication list) to:
Andreas Jensen (CEO)
📧 andreas.jensen@tetrakit.com
Matthias Herth (CSO)
📧 matthias.herth@tetrakit.com
