What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist position at Orano USA?
General Information
Name Chemist Ref # 15055 Posting Date Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Country United States Region Texas City Plano Business Unit (BU) CORP Type of Employment Permanent/Regular Desired Starting Date 27-07-2026 Work Schedule Full time Remote Work In office Job N - LABORATORY
Description
Description
Orano Med, a subsidiary of Orano USA, is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing new therapies against cancer. Based on its unique expertise in the extraction and purification of lead-212 (Pb-212) and radiolabeling technologies, Orano Med is developing innovative Pb-212-based treatments which consist of selectively destroying cancer cells while limiting the impact on surrounding healthy cells.
Under limited supervision, the chemist is responsible for manufacturing of products inside a traditional chemistry lab. These products support the business catalog, custom synthesis business, as well as the GMP business.
Key Responsibilities:
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.
Orano’s activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.
In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.
Name Chemist Ref # 15055 Posting Date Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Country United States Region Texas City Plano Business Unit (BU) CORP Type of Employment Permanent/Regular Desired Starting Date 27-07-2026 Work Schedule Full time Remote Work In office Job N - LABORATORY
Description
Description
Orano Med, a subsidiary of Orano USA, is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing new therapies against cancer. Based on its unique expertise in the extraction and purification of lead-212 (Pb-212) and radiolabeling technologies, Orano Med is developing innovative Pb-212-based treatments which consist of selectively destroying cancer cells while limiting the impact on surrounding healthy cells.
Under limited supervision, the chemist is responsible for manufacturing of products inside a traditional chemistry lab. These products support the business catalog, custom synthesis business, as well as the GMP business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manufactures batches following a batch record.
- Scales batches from bench scale to kilo scale.
- Synthesizes custom compounds and documents process and procedures in formal filing.
- Performs in process testing and evaluates results, specifically with HPLC.
- Proposes solutions to all chemistry problems.
- Supports process development under guidance of senior chemists.
- Acts as backup to lab technicians and lab specialists, as needed.
- Leads and trains other chemist.
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS degree in Chemistry, plus 6-8 years of related experience. An advanced degree may substitute for 1-2 years of work experience
- Ability to adhere to lab safety and quality standards.
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- General problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Previous experience in a lab.
- Competitive compensation
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
- 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
- Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
- Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
- Numerous Training and Development opportunities
- and more…
Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.
Orano’s activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.
In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.