Nuclear Pharmacist BWH

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is seeking a Radiopharmacist to lead radiopharmacy production, QC, and distribution at the BICOR facility. You will ensure regulatory compliance, quality oversight, and efficient operations in a cGMP environment supporting both clinical and research programs.

The role encompasses inventory management, staff development, and collaboration with Engineering and Quality Systems to address compliance and operational issues while supporting education for students and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited pharmacy program.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure with the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy.
• Experience with computer-based data entry and data compilation.
• Knowledge of NRC, DOT, FDA, EPA, OSHA regulations governing radiopharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate Radiopharmacy and support BICOR units during operating hours.
• Prepare, perform quality control, and dispense SPECT radiopharmaceuticals.
• Perform PET radiopharmaceutical compounding, manufacturing, QC and distribution.
• Review batch records against specifications and release products when met.
• Manage inventory of SPECT radiopharmaceuticals and materials.
• Perform equipment maintenance, testing, and required documentation.

Skills

Radiopharmacy techniques

Radiation safety

Data entry

Regulatory compliance

Quality control

Education

ACPE-accredited pharmacy program

Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy licensure eligibility

Job description

Job Summary

The Radiopharmacist is a senior member of the professional staff at the BWH-BICOR facility, supporting the production and distribution of radiotracers for clinical and research applications. This role combines radiopharmacy expertise with quality oversight, laboratory operations, inventory management, and staff development. Working closely with BICOR administration, the Radiopharmacist helps coordinate daily operations and ensures radiopharmaceutical preparation, compounding, manufacturing, quality control, and distribution are performed safely and in compliance with applicable hospital, state, and federal regulations. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to both clinical and research programs while supporting a high-quality, cGMP-compliant manufacturing environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently operates the Radiopharmacy and supports BICOR manufacturing units during operating hours, with schedules and responsibilities adapting to clinical, research, and staffing needs.
• Prepares, performs quality control, and dispenses SPECT radiopharmaceuticals.
• Performs PET radiopharmaceutical compounding, manufacturing, quality control, and distribution.
• Reviews manufacturing and compounding batch records against established product specifications and releases products when requirements are met.
• Manages inventory of SPECT radiopharmaceuticals and other materials needed to support daily operations.
• Performs and/or oversees equipment maintenance, system suitability testing, and required documentation.
• Verifies daily cleanroom parameters and ensures required environmental and operational standards are met.
• Maintains facility cleanliness in accordance with established cleaning procedures and schedules.
• Partners with Engineering to address out-of-specification results involving cleanrooms and associated equipment.
• Performs or oversees required radiation wipes and surveys of shipping containers, supplies, incoming packages, and workspaces.
• Collaborates with the Quality Systems Administration team to support the integrity and compliance of cGMP manufacturing processes.
• Supports preparation of documentation for ANDA, IND, and RDRC regulatory reviews.
• Provides training, guidance, and direction to staff as needed.
• Identifies and escalates quality or compliance concerns and implements corrective actions as appropriate.
• Supports the education of pharmacy students, nuclear medicine technology students, and medical residents on radiopharmaceutical production, quality control, and radiation safety.
• Serves as a resource for pharmacies, physicians, researchers, and other external partners seeking information about radiopharmaceuticals.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)-accredited pharmacy program and licensed or eligible for licensure with the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy.
• Completion of a nuclear pharmacy program with coursework in radiation safety, radiopharmacy techniques, health physics, and instrumentation, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with computer-based data entry, ordering, and data compilation.
• Working knowledge of applicable regulations and standards governing radiopharmacy operations, including those of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Department of Transportation (DOT), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$67.65 - $172,234.40/Annual

Grade

8At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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