Cyclotron Technician at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

Job Purpose

• The Cyclotron Technician is responsible for the daily operation, monitoring, maintenance and optimisation of medical cyclotrons and associated equipment. The role holder will ensure safe isotope production, compliance with radiation safety protocols, and adherence to international quality standards. Working alongside medical physicists, radiochemists, and engineers, the technician will play a key role in delivering reliable radiopharmaceuticals to support patient care.
• This role requires technical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Cyclotron Operation & Isotope Production

• Operate the cyclotron according to established protocols for the safe and efficient production of medical isotopes.
• Monitor system performance and promptly report operational issues.
• Assist with isotope target loading/unloading and transfer to radiochemistry labs.
• Maintain production records in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks on cyclotron systems, chemistry modules, hot cells, and manipulator arms.
• Support engineers during diagnosis and repair of electro-mechanical, high-voltage, vacuum, and cooling systems.
• Follow OEM and departmental procedures for scheduled servicing and corrective actions.

Radiation Safety & Compliance

• Comply with radiation safety and ALARA principles during all operations.
• Use radiation survey meters and dosimetry tools to monitor exposure.
• Adhere to all safety standards set by the Nigerian Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) and international guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, EH&S, DOT, and internal SOPs.

Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately complete maintenance logs, production reports, and regulatory records.
• Submit work history tickets, timecards, and expense reports in a timely manner.
• Assist in audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Work closely with physicists, engineers, pharmacists, and nuclear medicine technologists to ensure smooth production workflows.
• Assist senior technicians and engineers during maintenance and repair activities.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Physics, Radiography, or a related technical field.
• Additional certification or training in radiation safety or cyclotron operations preferred.
• Working knowledge of electronics, digital/analog circuitry, and mechanical systems.
• Technical aptitude to troubleshoot high-voltage, vacuum, and cooling systems.

Experience

• 2+ years of experience as an electro-mechanical technician or similar role.
• Prior experience in hazardous environments, healthcare facilities or radiation facilities preferred.
• Familiarity with diagnostic imaging, nuclear medicine, or pharmaceutical manufacturing is an advantage.