Clinical Nuclear Pharmacist / Diagnostic Imaging Nuclear Pharmacy

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 role supports both standard-of-care and investigational programs that align with the organization’s mission to eliminate cancer. 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 clinical trials, multidisciplinary care, and innovation in nuclear pharmacy practice while maintaining a balanced schedule 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 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. Key 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, 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 in Pharmacy. Preferred: PharmD. Work Experience Required: 2 years as a Nuclear Pharmacist. Preferred: 5 years as a Nuclear Pharmacist, including one year of experience with cGMP regulations for the manufacturing of PET 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 Certified Nuclear Pharmacy, upon hire. Additional Information Requisition ID: 181444 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: USD123,500 Midpoint Salary: USD154,000 Maximum Salary: USD185,000 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 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. For more information, see our EEO statements. #J-18808-Ljbffr