Cyclotron Manager
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The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is hiring a Cyclotron Manager to lead operations, maintenance, and safety compliance of its medical cyclotron facility. The role oversees isotope production, cGMP-compliant radiopharmaceutical processes, and a team of technicians and engineers, while coordinating with nuclear medicine and regulatory bodies.
- Senior technical leadership role in a new 500-bed specialty hospital
- Responsible for an IBA Cyclone KUIBE 18 MeV cyclotron and associated equipment
- Full-time position based in Abuja, Nigeria
- Requires strong background in cyclotron operations, maintenance, and radiation safety
- Involves compliance with Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority and cGMP standards
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Job Title: Cyclotron Manager
Cyclotron Manager at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
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Sep 17, 2026, 1:08 PM
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The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, and general medical and surgical services, along with top notch research and education. The AMCE will provide exceptional care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust., AMCE Abuja is the first of five centres planned for development in Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full Time
Level: GL 5B
Job Purpose
The Cyclotron Manager oversees the management, strategic direction, and operational excellence of AMCE's medical cyclotron facility, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient production of medical isotopes for diagnostic imaging and patient care.
The role leads cyclotron operations, maintenance, radiation safety compliance, and team leadership, while collaborating with medical physicists, radiochemists, nuclear medicine physicians, and hospital leadership to meet clinical demands, regulatory requirements, and international quality standards.
The holder of the post will be responsible for the management of an IBA Cyclone KUIBE 18 MeV cyclotron and associated equipment.
Key Accountabilities/
Responsibilities
- Cyclotron Operations & Production Management:
- Schedule daily and weekly cyclotron operations to meet clinical, commercial and research demands.
- Monitor cyclotron system performance, analyse production data, and implement process improvements to optimise isotope yield and quality.
- Ensure all radiopharmaceutical production activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the daily operation of medical cyclotrons and associated equipment to ensure safe and efficient production of medical isotopes.
- Manage the upkeep of associated cyclotron equipment, including hot cells, targetry and synthesis modules.
- Coordinate closely with radiochemistry and nuclear medicine teams in scheduling of clinical radiopharmaceuticals..
- Maintenance & Asset Management:
- Manage cyclotron facility assets, including spare parts inventory, tooling, and calibration equipment, always ensuring readiness.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts for electro-mechanical, high-voltage, vacuum, cooling, and pneumatic systems.
- Develop and execute preventive and corrective maintenance programmes for cyclotron systems, chemistry modules, hot cells, manipulator arms, and ancillary equipment.
- Coordinate with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), biomedical engineers, and external vendors for scheduled servicing, repairs, and major component replacement.
- Radiation Safety & Regulatory Compliance:
- Oversee radiation monitoring programmes, including personnel dosimetry, area surveys, and contamination checks.
- Maintain records of radiation exposure, radioactive inventory, and nuclear waste disposal.
- Ensure full compliance with radiation safety protocols, ALARA principles, and all relevant regulations set by the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority and international bodies.
- Liaise with the hospital Radiation Safety Officer and regulatory agencies during inspections, audits, and licensing activities.
- Maintain all safety certifications, license, and permits required for cyclotron operation and isotope production.
- Team Leadership & Staff Development:
- Conduct performance evaluations, delegate responsibilities, and foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of cyclotron technicians, engineers, and support staff.
- Develop and deliver training programmes for cyclotron staff on operational procedures, emergency response, and radiation safety.
- Identify professional development opportunities for team members and support career progression.
- Documentation, Quality Assurance & Reporting:
- Implement and maintain quality management systems in alignment with cGMP, ISO, and other relevant standards.
- Lead or participate in internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews, ensuring the cyclotron facility is always audit-ready.
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation of all cyclotron operations, including production logs, maintenance records, and quality control data.
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports, production summaries, and incident reports to hospital leadership and external agencies as required.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to align cyclotron production with clinical and research needs.
- Collaborate closely with radiochemists, nuclear medicine physicians, physicists, pharmacists, and hospital administration to ensure seamless production workflows and timely delivery of radiopharmaceuticals.
- Engage with external partners, including academic institutions, research organizations, and industry vendors, to advance cyclotron capabilities.
- Provide technical expertise and strategic input for facility upgrades, new isotope development, and research initiatives.
- The list of
- may not be exhaustive, and the successful applicant may be required to undertake such tasks and
- as may be reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.
Qualifications
- Professional certification or formal training in cyclotron operations, radiation safety, or nuclear medicine technology (e.g., Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Radiation Safety Officer certification) is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of cyclotron systems, isotope production principles, cGMP standards, and radiation safety regulations.
- At least 5-7 years of progressive
Experience
in cyclotron operations, with a minimum of 2-3 years in a supervisory or management role within a healthcare or research cyclotron facility.
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical), Physics, Radiography, Nuclear Medicine Technology, or a related technical field (Master's degree in a relevant discipline is highly desirable).
Excellent communication skills (written and spoken – including report writing, research presentation, team interaction etc).
Knowledge of current up to date ionizing radiation regulations and radiation protection.
Demonstrated
in team leadership, maintenance program management, and regulatory compliance within a cyclotron or nuclear medicine facility.
Prior
with OEM cyclotron systems (e.g., IBA, GE, Siemens), hot cells, chemistry modules, and quality management systems (ISO, cGMP) is a strong advantage.
Must have skills:
Demonstrated
in team leadership, maintenance programme management, and regulatory compliance within a cyclotron or nuclear medicine facility.
How to Apply
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