Radiochemists
Our radiochemists provide specialist radiochemical services in the environmental stream. They also need to meet certain requirements to practice.
As a radiochemist at Forensic and Scientific Services (FSS) you'll provide specialist radiochemical separation techniques for the analysis of radionuclides in environmental samples.
Broadly the role includes any aspect of chemistry involving the measurement and application of radioactive isotopes. Because the scope of work is broad you have the opportunity to develop specialist expertise in areas such as:
- radioanalytical techniques
- radioecology
- method development
- collaboration with national research bodies.
Qualification requirements
To practice as a radiochemist in Queensland, you must have a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science with a major in chemistry.
While it isn't mandatory, membership to the Royal Australian Chemistry Institute (RACI) radiochemistry division would be valuable to your career.
Opportunities
Our radiochemists work in 2 streams including environmental and medical.
Environmental radiochemists work in our radiation testing and consultancy services.
Medical radiochemists work in our hospitals and work with radiopharmaceuticals for patient services.
We advertise our radiochemist vacancies on Smart Jobs and Seek.
What duties you'll undertake
Working in an FSS role, you'll:
- analyse samples for radionuclides pertaining to human and environmental health guidelines
- develop and validate radioanalytical methods for naturally occurring and man-made radionuclides
- investigate the fate of radionuclides in the Australian environment
- conduct research in the broadening field of radiochemistry; including geochemistry, ecology, agriculture and industry
- collaborate and participate in professional radiochemistry societies.
More information
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