Chemist, Nuclear Instrument Technologist

Cardinal Health•East Rutherford, NJ

19h•$34 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Nuclear Manufacturing is responsible for cost of production and maintenance activities including process improvement, supply chain management, quality assurance, employee safety and engagement, and environmental commitment. Nuclear Manufacturing is responsible for the manufacturing of time sensitive radiopharmaceuticals in an integrity driven, highly regulated environment (i.e. FDA, NRC, DOT) to support patient treatment through disease diagnosis, staging, and monitoring.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience preferred. Sciences preferred
0-2 years of experience preferred
Lab experience highly preferred
Prior experience working with HPLC and GC, including maintenance and peak analysis preferred
Experience and understanding of radiation and radioactive materials preferred
Ability to follow instructions accurately and work as a member of a team
Must be able to work overnight shift/different shifts based on business needs
Ability to travel (~10%) within the region and network to support other facilities if needed by the business or travel for training purposes.
Prior experience in manufacturing, preferably in a controlled environment and/or regulated industry preferred
Effective written and verbal English communication skills
Ability to manage weight up to 75 pounds

Nice To Haves

Candidate must be flexible to work different shifts, schedules, holidays, weekends and overtime as needed.
Most likely be on day shift to start and then switch to the overnights/early morning schedule.

Responsibilities

Manufactures radioactive isotopes (includes synthesis set up, hot cell manipulations, distribution)
Conducts quality control testing of each batch (utilizing gas chromatograph, dose calibrator, multi-channel analyzer, TLC plate scanner, high pressure liquid chromatograph, analytical balance, PTS, laminar flow hood and fume hood)
Performs environmental and personnel monitoring in ISO 5, ISO 7, and ISO 8 environments
Works in ISO 7 cleanroom to make product vials and customer vials for use in drug production
Coordinates daily production run schedule based on customer and pharmacy needs
Demonstrates strong documentation practices, oral communication, and writing skills.
Performs clerical and administrative tasks, including maintenance of daily production records, report preparation and maintenance records
Manages SAP Inventory (includes receiving materials, properly inspecting materials for use, and maintaining proper cycle counts)
Performs daily radiation safety tasks, along with general lab cleaning
Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
Advanced chromatography skills
Provide feedback on method development around time of Tech Transfer
Communication with external innovator/sponsor
Ability to lead; judgement to prioritize quickly