Chemist - Cardinal Health Fort Lauderdale, FL

About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company connecting people, data, and technology to improve health outcomes. With over 48,000 employees worldwide, we serve 200,000+ locations across the healthcare continuum. Our Nuclear Manufacturing division produces time-sensitive radiopharmaceuticals in highly regulated FDA, NRC, and DOT environments, supporting disease diagnosis, staging, and monitoring for patients nationwide.

At our Fort Lauderdale PET facility in Florida, we're at the forefront of nuclear medicine innovation, ensuring product integrity and quality to advance patient care. Join a team committed to excellence in a dynamic, integrity-driven setting.

Role Overview

As a Chemist in Cardinal Health's Nuclear Manufacturing team, you'll play a critical role in producing radiopharmaceuticals. This full-time position (40 hours/week) features a Monday-Friday schedule with start times between 7:00p and 4:00a, requiring flexibility for overnight shifts, varying hours, and up to 15% regional travel. Anticipated hourly pay ranges from $26.90 to $38.30, influenced by experience, location, and internal equity.

Ideal for detail-oriented professionals with analytical expertise, this role demands precision in a controlled, aseptic environment. If you thrive in regulated manufacturing and have hands-on HPLC/GC experience, this opportunity offers stability and growth in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance and Testing

Monitor and verify product quality per SOPs, performing QC testing on samples using HPLC and GC. Analyze chromatography data, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure compliance with cGMP and GDP standards.

Team Collaboration and Production Support

Partner with cross-functional teams to meet production demands. Adhere to a high volume of SOPs while adapting to process improvements, managing inventory, and executing detailed instructions accurately.

Equipment and Facility Maintenance

Perform general maintenance, cleaning of lab-scale equipment, and operate analytical instrumentation proficiently. Work in special gowning environments, demonstrating manual dexterity for aseptic operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or related field strongly preferred. Prior experience with HPLC and GC (including maintenance and peak analysis) is essential. Radiation safety knowledge and regulated industry experience desired.

Physical and Technical Abilities

Frequent 80-lb lifting, color differentiation in solutions, clear English communication, and manual dexterity required. Must handle overnight shifts, multitasking, problem-solving, and technology for manufacturing processes. Flexibility for off-shift hours and 15% travel.

Soft Skills

Team player with disciplined SOP adherence, data integrity focus, and effective interpersonal skills. Commitment to compliance and cooperative working relationships.

Candidates without college degrees, back-to-work professionals, people with disabilities, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health provides robust benefits to support your well-being:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid parental leave
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Access to wages before payday via myFlexPay
• Work-life resources and healthy lifestyle programs

No bonus eligibility, but competitive pay and benefits package ensures financial security.

Career Growth

Cardinal Health invests in employee development through training, cross-training, and advancement opportunities. Gain expertise in radiopharmaceuticals, advance to senior chemist or supervisory roles, or transition into quality assurance, regulatory affairs, or operations management. Our network supports regional mobility and long-term career progression in healthcare manufacturing.

Why Join Us

Be part of life-saving radiopharmaceutical production at a Fortune 500 leader. Enjoy a supportive culture emphasizing integrity, innovation, and teamwork in a high-demand field. Fort Lauderdale offers vibrant living with beaches, culture, and year-round sunshine, paired with Cardinal Health's stability and impact on patient health.

Application window closes 2/6/26—apply now to secure your spot in this essential role.

Role FAQs

What shifts will I work?

Typical Monday-Friday overnight shifts (7:00p-4:00a start times), with flexibility for business needs.

Is experience with radioactive materials required?

Preferred but not mandatory; training provided.

What is the physical demand?

Frequent 80-lb lifting, standing, and fine visual acuity in a controlled gowning environment.

Does Cardinal Health offer relocation?

Not specified; local candidates preferred due to shift requirements.

How is pay determined?

Based on location, education, experience, skills, and internal equity. Estimated $65,000-$95,000 annually.