Chemist, Nuclear Manufacturing

Cardinal Health; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Nuclear Manufacturing specialist to produce radiopharmaceuticals in a strict, regulated setting. The role involves setup of synthesis, QC testing, and environmental monitoring, with shifts including nights and overtime as needed.

You will work in ISO-cleanroom environments, coordinate production runs, maintain records, and support regional facilities as required. Travel up to 15% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with HPLC (and GC preferred).
• Willing to travel up to 15% within the region.
• 0–2 years of experience preferred.
• Lab experience preferred; follow detailed instructions.
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs and differentiate colors in solutions.
• Shift availability for overnight/night operations.
• Manufacturing experience in controlled environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture radioactive isotopes including setup and distribution.
• Perform QC testing with HPLC, GC, dose calibrator, and other instruments.
• Environmental and personnel monitoring in ISO 5/7/8 environments.
• Operate in ISO 7 cleanroom to prepare product and customer vials.
• Coordinate daily production runs based on customer needs.
• Maintain daily production records and reports with proper documentation.
• Manage SAP inventory and material inspection.
• Daily radiation safety tasks and general lab cleaning.
• Provide feedback on method development during tech transfer.
• Troubleshoot equipment and communicate with external sponsors.
• Collaborate with regional facilities as needed.

Skills

Detail orientation

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

HPLC

GC

SAP Inventory

Job description

What Nuclear Manufacturing contributes to Cardinal Health

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.

Schedule

• 40 hours per week
• Rotating shifts. Must be willing to work any 8 hour shift between 8:00 pm - 4:00 am based on business needs.
• Holiday and weekend rotations
• Candidate must be flexible to work different shifts, schedules, days and overtime as needed.
  

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
• Provides feedback on method development around time of Tech Transfer
• Troubleshoots equipment issues as needed
• Communicates with external innovator/sponsor
• May need to lead and needs to exercise judgement to prioritize quickly
• Travels within region and network to support other facilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience preferred. Education in Sciences (Chemistry, Biology etc. preferred)
• Prior experience working with HPLC (high pressure liquid chromatography) required, and GC (gas chromatography) experience preferred. Advanced chromatography skills preferred
• Ability to travel (15%) within the region and network to support other facilities
• 0-2 years of experience preferred
• Lab experience highly preferred
• Must be able to work overnight shift (Facility operates at night.)
• Prior experience in manufacturing, preferably in a controlled environment and/or regulated industry preferred
• Able to repeatedly follow detailed processing instructions
• Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; Ability to evaluate operating conditions and exercise sound judgment and problem solving skills
• Ability to manage weight up to 75 lbs
• Ability to see fine particulate and differentiate colors in liquid solutions
• Ability to hear, write (English), and speak (English) clearly in order to communicate in manufacturing setting
• Manual dexterity required for equipment operation and occasional reach and lifting of small objects
• Ability to be an effective team member
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
• Ability to lead; judgement to prioritize quickly

Anticipated hourly range: $30.60 per hour - $43.60 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 11/22/2026

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.