Associate Radiopharmaceutical Jobs in Chicago, IL

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician – Radiopharmaceutical Compounding

Job Description

This role supports the safe and accurate compounding, dispensing, and distribution of radiopharmaceuticals such as FDG and NaF in a cGMP-compliant cleanroom environment. You will work closely with pharmacists, quality assurance, and customers to ensure regulatory compliance, maintain high standards of aseptic technique, and provide exceptional service in a fast-paced, highly technical setting. This position offers clear advancement opportunities into a QC Production Associate II role with increased responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform compounding, dispensing, and distribution of FDG, NaF, and other radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with internal procedures, applicable regulations, and state pharmacy laws.
• Enter and manage data accurately for end-of-day reports and daily dose management reports, ensuring timely and complete documentation.
• Ensure compliance with USP <797>, <823>, proposed <825>, and other applicable state pharmacy requirements at the site level, and maintain your pharmacy technician license in good standing.
• Complete cGMP documentation within the Quality Management System, including batch records, logs, and other required forms.
• Perform aseptic operations in a cleanroom environment, including proper gowning, cleaning and sanitation, sterility practices, and environmental monitoring, in alignment with internal procedures, customer requirements, and FDA regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in both classified and non-classified areas, following all SOPs.
• Perform radiation safety duties in accordance with the Corporate Radiation Compliance Program and site licensing requirements.
• Provide high-quality customer service related to radiopharmaceuticals to physicians, healthcare workers, and other customers.
• Take and process customer orders as permitted by state regulations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Follow up promptly and professionally on customer inquiries to support strong customer relationships.
• Document pharmacy and customer complaints accurately and immediately notify the pharmacist for appropriate follow-up.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Pharmacy technician certificate and pharmacy technician license, with active status in Illinois.
• Active national pharmacy technician certification from a recognized certifying body.
• Prior experience in radiopharmaceutical production, fulfillment, or compounding is a plus.
• Familiarity with cGMP requirements and Quality Management Systems is beneficial.
• Experience working in a cleanroom or other controlled environment is highly desirable.
• Comfort working with aseptic techniques, environmental monitoring, and sterile production processes.
• Ability to learn and apply complex regulatory requirements, including USP <797>, <823>, and proposed <825>.
• Interest in career growth into QC Production Associate II or related roles with greater responsibility.
• Strong customer service orientation, particularly in supporting physicians, healthcare workers, and clinical staff.

Work Environment

You will work in a radiopharmaceutical contract manufacturing facility designed to exceed regulatory compliance standards and support the development of next-generation theranostic agents. The environment includes classified cleanroom spaces where you will perform sterile compounding, aseptic operations, and environmental monitoring, as well as non-classified support areas for inventory management, documentation, and administrative tasks. You will follow defined gowning and hygiene procedures appropriate for cleanroom operations and adhere to all safety protocols, including radiation safety requirements under the Corporate Radiation Compliance Program and site licenses. The role operates in a fast-paced, highly technical setting that emphasizes quality, safety, and precision. Multiple full-time shift options are available, including an overnight shift (Monday–Friday, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.), an early morning shift (Monday–Friday, 4:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.), and a morning shift (Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.). The position includes 40 hours of paid time off and 6 paid holidays, along with clear opportunities to advance quickly into a QC Production Associate II role with increased responsibility. The culture emphasizes passion for innovation in PET, collaboration with pharmaceutical and industry partners, and a strong commitment to quality and regulatory excellence.

This is a Permanent position based out of Romeoville, IL.

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $56160.00/yr.

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This is a fully onsite position in Romeoville,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 2026.

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