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NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is a growing commercial-stage organization dedicated to advancing patient care through the development and supply of therapeutic radioisotopes and novel radiopharmaceuticals used to detect and treat cancer.

As NorthStar continues to expand, we are investing in artificial intelligence, automation, and digital solutions that improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and support business growth. This limited-term opportunity offers the chance to work on real-world AI and application development projects that deliver immediate value across the organization.

Driven by a mission to provide patients global access to life-changing radiopharmaceuticals, NorthStar combines scientific excellence, first-in-kind electron accelerator technology, and integrated campus capabilities to advance innovation in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing. In this role, you'll work alongside business and technical leaders to design and implement practical solutions in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

The AI Applicants Developer (Limited Term) is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying internal software tools and applications leveraging artificial intelligence and automation technologies. This role focuses on translating defined business requirements into functional applications that improve operational efficiency, enable data-driven decision making, and support scalable digital solutions across the organization.

Working in close collaboration with Process Excellence teams, the role will rapidly build practical, production-ready tools, validate performance against defined use cases, and support deployment into real-world environments. The role requires a hands-on, solutions-oriented mindset in a fast-paced and evolving technical landscape.

• Design, develop, and implement AI-enabled applications and tools based on defined requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and iterate solutions, resolving bugs, issues, and improving features.
• Evaluate and deploy new and improved AI development tools and workflows.
• Deploy applications and support adoption across teams.
• Test, debug, and validate applications for reliability and performance.  Coordinate with validation teams and support software validation practices as required.
• Deploy applications and support adoption across teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and iterate solutions.
• Resolve bugs and issues and improve features to better meet user needs.
• Document application design and usage.
• Identify opportunities to enhance automation and performance.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Demonstrated experience developing applications, automations, AI solutions, or data-driven tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and deploying AI-enabled applications (not just models)
• Familiarity with large language models (LLMs), prompt engineering, or AI orchestration tools
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform, Azure, or similar technologies
• Exposure to regulated or quality-controlled environments
• Demonstrated interest in process improvement and operational efficiency

Please note the company cannot provide immigration-related sponsorship (including H-1B status, O-1 status, Optional Practical Training support, etc.) for this position.  Each successful applicant will be required to complete the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, demonstrating both identity and employment authorization, on or before the first day of employment.  Under federal law, only truthful information may be provided on the Form I-9.

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is proud to call Beloit, Wisconsin home. Our headquarters and primary manufacturing facility are located in this vibrant, growing community that combines the charm of a small city with the advantages of a central Midwest location. Beloit features a lively, revitalized downtown filled with local restaurants, shops, and cultural events, and is just a short drive from major metropolitan areas including Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Rockford.

Situated in the heart of the South Central Wisconsin and Northern Illinois region, Beloit offers a rare blend of urban amenities and scenic natural surroundings. Whether you're drawn to outdoor recreation, educational institutions, the arts, or historic landmarks, the area provides rich and diverse experiences for all interests. A variety of nearby communities, ranging from rural towns to suburban neighborhoods, offer flexible housing options and access to multiple school districts, making Beloit an excellent choice for individuals and families considering relocation.

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.