Radiopharmaceutical Lab Tech / Center for Advanced Biomedical Imaging

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is home to the Center for Advanced Biomedical Imaging (CABI), a specialized department focused on supporting advanced imaging, radiochemistry, and radiopharmaceutical production for clinical and research applications. The Radiopharmacy Laboratory Technician plays a critical role in CABI by ensuring laboratory readiness, maintaining inventory, and supporting safe handling of materials within a highly regulated environment. The Radiopharmacy Laboratory Technician works closely with radiochemists, laboratory leadership, and operational teams to sustain efficient and compliant workflows. The Radiopharmacy Laboratory Technician position is essential for maintaining operational continuity and safety within the laboratory setting.

UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. It integrates patient care with research and education to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world.

The ideal candidate has a two-year college degree and at least two years of experience working with or manufacturing radioactive materials, along with a solid foundation in laboratory operations and inventory coordination. A background in healthcare or laboratory environments, combined with familiarity with safety protocols and regulated materials, will support success in this role.

Why Us?

This role directly supports UT MD Anderson's mission by ensuring safe, efficient laboratory operations that enable critical imaging and research activities. The Radiopharmacy Laboratory Technician contributes to advancing patient care and scientific discovery while working in a highly collaborative and structured environment. The position offers opportunities to develop specialized laboratory and safety expertise while supporting meaningful work that impacts patients and research outcomes.

• 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

Inventory Management
• Place orders for supplies, chemicals, reagents, glassware, and other CRF components
• Maintain inventory using data systems and resolve discrepancies
• Collaborate with the Senior Radiochemist and Director to ensure consistent supply flow
• Receive deliveries and distribute materials to appropriate laboratory areas
• Track equipment, materials, and storage to support uninterrupted operations

Cleaning and Maintenance
• Clean hot cells, equipment, laboratories, workrooms, clean rooms, and storerooms containing radioactive materials
• Confirm completion of daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning by contract staff
• Monitor cleaning of floors, walls, ceilings, and waste removal
• Maintain cleanliness in microbiological testing areas for radiopharmaceuticals

Safety Compliance
• Conduct monitoring surveys for areas where materials are used and stored
• Follow established policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment
• Perform safety duties including handling, segregation, and processing of hazardous and radioactive materials
• Assist radiochemists and radiopharmacists with hazardous material disposal
• Inspect safety equipment and ensure compliance with regulations
• Coordinate safety programs and ensure adherence to manufacturing and research guidelines

Operational Support
• Schedule appointments and escort contractors within restricted areas per institutional policy
• Support laboratory access compliance and operational coordination
• Assist with additional assigned duties to support laboratory efficiency

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Associate's Degree Science.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: 1 year Experience in coordinating inventory and maintaining a laboratory or healthcare - related manufacturing facility.
• Preferred: 2 years Working with or manufacturing radioactive materials.

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: 181698
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 43,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 54,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 65,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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