Scientist, Nuclear Manufacturing Job
Job Description Job Attributes+
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Job ID
5349e204-92e6-410a-9f5d-c3da6e987a6a
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Req #
20143285
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Job Location
7920 Georgetown Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46268, US -
Job Category
Manufacturing
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Job Type
Regular
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Schedule
Full time
Anticipated Salary Range: $78,500 - $117,705
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programsApplication window anticipated to close: 07/05/2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
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What Nuclear Manufacturing contributes to Cardinal Health
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.
The Scientist, Nuclear Manufacturing position is part of a growing Technical Operations team within Cardinal Health’s Nuclear and Precision Health Solutions organization tasked with the development and technology transfer of sponsor radiopharmaceutical products into and among our network of qualified manufacturing facilities. This position will be responsible for the adaptation, setup, transfer, and maintenance of sponsor drug products with strict adherence to cGMP, GDP, environmental health and safety and related guidelines, and internal policies and procedures. Specific duties will at a minimum comprise technical evaluation, material selection, process equipment configuration, document creation, and process validation, as well as occasional testing activities typical for a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing operation, including the preparation of chemicals and components, the operation/maintenance/repair of laboratory equipment, and the execution of standard operating procedures for routine testing of radiopharmaceutical products. The preferred individual will possess sufficient technical, functional, and administrative competence to work largely independently, in a team environment, to meet program timelines and occasional production demands.
Responsibilities
Evaluate, create, adapt, and transfer testing procedures established by internal product development teams and external product sponsors for our Indianapolis theranostics cGMP radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.Generate study protocols and controlled documentation necessary to enable the technology transfer and qualification of contracted products.Execute activities required for process validation according to study protocols and standard operating procedures. Generate study reports where required.Complete equipment qualification and computer system validation protocols developed in partnership with Validations personnel.Lead investigations and document deviations and exceptions occurring during technology transfer.Train facility personnel on new procedures and provide routine support following completion of technology transfer.Facilitate day-to-day operation, maintenance and repair of instrumentation. Clean and maintain all equipment during technology transfer.Communicate all issues related to safety, quality, and compliance to leadership.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a physical science with at least five years of experience working in a GMP environment in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. A background in product research and development preferred.Foundational expertise in the setup, operation, and maintenance of conventional process instrumentation and modern automated synthesis systems.Ability to work in a controlled environment requiring special attention to environmental, health, and safety regulations. Position may require lifting or moving equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.Commitment to maintain data integrity through strict adherence to standardized procedures and relevant compliance requirements, including the ability to clearly document all work activities in a timely manner.Motivation to work effectively and cooperatively with others, and to establish and maintain good working relationships.Desire to create, develop, and mature processes, and facility and systems infrastructure, to streamline operational efficiency across a broad range of products.Flexibility to work periodic off-shift hours to accommodate routine production schedules among qualified facilities.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.
