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Varian

Tech-enabled radiation oncology hardware and software

Pharmaceutical Lab Technician

Bioprocess & Biomanufacturing +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeIndianapolis, IN, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required; specialized skill training or certification may be required.
  • Applicants should be comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory environment and able to lift up to 100 lbs.
  • Willingness to work overtime as needed.
  • Detail-oriented with critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Basic computer skills, including spreadsheets, word processing, and email.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Previous experience in a laboratory environment or related role.
  • Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
  • Previous experience with analytical laboratory equipment and laboratory software systems.
  • Familiarity with radiation safety or ALARA principles.
  • Ability to maintain data integrity and audit readiness through Good Documentation Practices.
  • Ability to apply standard operating procedures in a production environment.
  • Ability to maintain a sterile environment.
  • Ability to understand, prioritize, and implement laboratory safety protocols.
  • Ability to treat confidential information sensitively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment.
  • Ability to plan and organize job responsibilities and priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Operate chemistry instruments, including high-performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, thin-layer chromatography, and chemistry modules, as well as cyclotron systems, for routine radiopharmaceutical manufacturing and quality control.
  • Author and maintain documentation for manufacturing, quality control, preventive maintenance, customer support, laboratory investigations, deviations, and out-of-specification events.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of critical equipment.
  • Prepare products for shipment, coordinate courier logistics, and provide customer support.
  • Maintain aseptic cleanroom environments to create sterile consumables and prevent contamination during production of injectable materials.
  • Conduct environmental monitoring regularly and on a defined basis.
  • Maintain compliance with safety, sterile-environment, and regulatory standards.
  • Synthesize, quality-check, package, and support logistics for radiopharmaceuticals used in diagnostic imaging and treatment.
  • Support manufacturing through preventive maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of analytical equipment.
  • Communicate with couriers and customers to support accurate, timely delivery of biomarkers.
  • Assist with facility housekeeping, laboratory inventory levels, and quality-control documentation.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, medical technology, or a related life science field.

About the Company

Varian

Tech-enabled radiation oncology hardware and software

Varian, part of Siemens Healthineers, focuses on oncology by providing integrated radiation oncology solutions that combine software, hardware, patient data, and care teams. Its offerings include treatment-planning software, radiation therapy machines, and data-management systems that work together to enable precise cancer treatments. The company differentiates itself through an integrated platform approach and services like Oncology-as-a-Service (OaaS), which lets healthcare providers adopt advanced radiation oncology with ongoing service support rather than large upfront investments. Varian serves healthcare providers such as hospitals and cancer centers, helping them deliver coordinated care and improve patient outcomes. Its goal is to reduce the fear of cancer by using data and technology to support clinicians in delivering effective treatments.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Palo Alto, CA
Founded
1948

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