Clinical Nuclear Pharmacist - Diagnostic Imaging Nuclear Pharmacy

Title: Clinical Nuclear Pharmacist / Diagnostic Imaging Nuclear Pharmacy

Requisition #:181444

Department:Nuclear Medicine

Location:Houston, TX

Job Description:

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Nuclear Pharmacist to join the Nuclear Medicine team within the Division of Diagnostic Imaging. The Clinical Nuclear Pharmacist plays a critical role in delivering radiopharmaceutical services that support both diagnostic and therapeutic patient care across a complex oncology environment. The Nuclear Medicine program integrates advanced imaging, theranostics, and research to enhance patient outcomes and advance cancer treatment.

UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Nuclear Pharmacist collaborates across multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals while contributing to clinical innovation, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The Clinical Nuclear Pharmacist role supports both standard-of-care and investigational programs that align with the organization's mission to eliminate cancer.

The ideal candidate will hold a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), possess or be eligible for Texas pharmacist licensure, and have or be working toward Board Certification in Nuclear Pharmacy. Experience supporting both standard-of-care and investigational theranostic programs, including coordination of procurement, preparation, documentation, and compliance, is essential, along with Authorized User status and demonstrated collaboration in clinical and research settings.

The typical work schedule:

Monday-Friday, 5:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (hours of operation subject to change based on patient care and operational needs). Work schedule: Rotating shifts within department operating hours; weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage may be required based on operational and patient care needs.

Why Us?

UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge radiopharmaceutical therapies and research in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. This role supports professional growth through involvement in clinical trials, multidisciplinary care, and innovation in nuclear pharmacy practice, while maintaining a balance through structured scheduling and comprehensive benefits.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.

• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.

• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Clinical nuclear pharmacy practice

• Verify, prepare, compound, dispense, and release radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic use
• Review orders for indication, dose, route, timing, contraindications, interactions, and duplication
• Ensure compliance with USP , USP , NRC, Texas State Board of Pharmacy, and FDA requirements
• Manage inventory, procurement, storage, security, and expiration monitoring of radiopharmaceuticals
• Maintain accurate documentation for dispensing, QA, investigational products, billing, and patient charges
• Provide clinical consultation on radiopharmaceutical use, dosing, sequencing, and adverse event management
• Evaluate patient-specific factors to optimize therapy and outcomes
• Monitor treatment response, toxicities, and laboratory parameters

Research & Investigational Support

• Participate in protocol review, feasibility assessments, and implementation planning
• Support IND applications, investigator-initiated trials, and regulatory submissions
• Contribute to study design, data collection, analysis, publications, and presentations
• Implement investigational and novel radiopharmaceutical workflows and procedures
• Collaborate with sponsors, research office, and clinical teams for study execution

Collaboration & Multidisciplinary Care

• Partner with physicians, nurses, technologists, physicists, and safety personnel
• Serve as a resource for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers
• Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and case discussions
• Support theranostic programs and treatment protocol development

Quality, Compliance & Operations

• Ensure adherence to radiation safety, hazardous materials, and security standards
• Conduct medication-use evaluations, quality improvement, and outcomes assessments
• Develop and maintain SOPs, guidelines, and best practices
• Support radiopharmaceutical production, QA, QC, and process optimization
• Maintain operational readiness for weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage

Education & Professional Engagement

• Educate trainees, residents, students, and healthcare staff on nuclear pharmacy practices
• Represent UT MD Anderson through publications, presentations, and professional organizations

EDUCATION

• Required: Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy.
• Preferred: PharmD.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: 2 years Experience as a Nuclear Pharmacist.
• Preferred: 5 years As a Nuclear Pharmacist to include one year of experience with cGMP regulations for the manufacturing of PET (positron emission tomography) radiopharmaceuticals.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: RPH - Registered Pharmacist Current license to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. within 90 Days
• Preferred: BCNP - Board Cert Nuclear Pharmacy Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 181444

Employment Status: Full-Time

Employee Status: Regular

Work Week: Days

Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 123,500

Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 154,000

Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 185,000

FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

Fund Type: Soft

Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote

Pivotal Position: Yes

Referral Bonus Available?: No

Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes