PET Facility Manager

PharmaLogic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

PharmaLogic is seeking a PET Facility Manager to lead site operations in routine production of PET radiopharmaceuticals. You will oversee PET staff, ensure regulatory compliance and drive customer-focused service across the facility.

The role requires managing production schedules, training teams, and coordinating with PharmaLogic nuclear pharmacies to meet demand. Travel up to 50% may be needed to support multiple sites and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, radiology, nuclear medicine, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering or related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Master’s or PhD in related fields preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP manufacturing and FDA regulations required; knowledge of molecular imaging a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and train PET staff in production of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Operate PET facility in compliance with FDA cGMP, NRC or state radiation safety regulations.
• Manage production schedules to meet customer orders.
• Hire, train, develop and manage PET staff performance.
• Oversee inventory, maintenance and calibration of facilities and equipment.

Skills

Team leadership

GMP knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication skills

HPLC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Radiology / Nuclear Medicine or related field

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

HPLC

Radiochemistry synthesis

Analytical software (MS Office)

Job description

Pay Rate: $100,000.00 to $125,000.00 depending on experience; 15% Bonus

Reports To: Associate Director of PET Operations

Company Description

PharmaLogic Holdings Corp (PHC) is a Radiopharmaceutical Company headquartered in Boca Raton, FL. PHC operates from a network of pharmacies that distributes radiopharmaceuticals to hospitals, clinics and medical facilities throughout North America. Thanks to rapid and sustained growth over the years, the company has become the fastest growing radiopharmacy network in the industry

Job Overview

The PET Facility Manager will play an essential role in leading PET site operations in routine manufacturing of PET radiopharmaceuticals. The position will oversee and train PET staff in the production of radiopharmaceuticals in addition to providing site leadership to meet company goals and leading a customer focused business.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee and trains PET staff in the production of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Operates a PET facility that meets FDA cGMP, NRC or agreement state radiation safety, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manages and helps coordinate production schedules to meet customer orders.
• Trained and qualified in all aspects of PET production, and able to assist with PET production where required.
• Hire, train, develop and manage the performance of PET staff.
• Oversees inventory management, facility maintenance, equipment maintenance, and calibration.
• Works in conjunction with PharmaLogic nuclear pharmacies to meet customer demands.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements │ Skills │ Education

• A bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience preferred
• Master’s or PhD degree in Chemistry, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Engineering or relate field preferred.
• Familiarity with a GMP manufacturing environment and working with FDA and FDA cGMP regulations required. Knowledge of molecular imaging techniques and pharmaceutical study design and execution desired.
• Experience managing teams in a matrixed organization. Supervisory experience preferred. Experience with HPLC, radiochemistry synthesis, US FDA cGMP, Radiation Safety Principles, Isotopes production and analytical equipment troubleshooting and maintenance a plus.
• Superior teamwork, multi-tasking and time/project management skills. Excellent communication, analytical, problem solving, presentation and computer/pc skills (including proficiency in Microsoft Suit and related software).
• Ability to work varying shifts and travel up to 50%.

Physical and Intellectual Requirements

Manual dexterity for manipulating small items; regularly lift at least 50 pounds throughout each shift and to be able to lift 75 pounds on occasion. Able to handle standing, walking and sitting for 4+ hours with limited rest intervals; good eye-hand coordination; fair eyesight (with or without correction lenses); normal hearing in at least one ear (hearing range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz); ability to analyze situations, set priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced and dynamic environment; effective organizational skills; a commitment to continuous learning; an ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

PHC offers a competitive compensation package and superior benefits.

PHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.