About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company connecting the world of healthcare. With over 48,000 employees across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, we provide pharmaceuticals, medical products, and supply chain solutions to hospitals, pharmacies, and healthcare providers. Our Nuclear Manufacturing Services division in Aurora, Colorado specializes in radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring safe, high-quality production under strict FDA regulations. Join a Fortune 500 leader committed to innovation, patient safety, and ethical excellence.

Role Overview

The Principal Specialist, Quality Control Chemistry (Weekends) at Cardinal Health's Aurora, CO facility is a senior technical leadership role in our state-of-the-art nuclear manufacturing services site. Reporting to the Director of Quality Management, you'll serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in analytical chemistry, driving compliance with 21 CFR 210/211 standards. This onsite position works weekends from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering a salary range of $90,600 - $142,340 USD per year. Ideal for seasoned professionals passionate about quality assurance in pharmaceuticals.

Key Responsibilities

As a technical leader, you'll perform critical analyses on incoming materials, in-process samples, and finished products. Responsibilities include executing method verifications, validations, and transfers; qualifying analytical instrumentation; and conducting stability testing per protocols. You'll author and optimize SOPs, testing forms, and documentation while leading laboratory investigations, change controls, deviations, and CAPAs. Serve as a mentor training chemistry team members, champion cGMP compliance, EHS, and Radiation Safety, and collaborate across departments on special projects.

Daily Impact

Your expertise ensures product quality and regulatory adherence in a fast-paced radiopharmaceutical environment, safeguarding patient health nationwide.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in a related science field or equivalent experience, plus 5+ years in FDA-regulated industries like pharmaceuticals or medical devices. Proven experience authoring SOPs, Change Controls, CAPAs, Deviations, and Lab Investigations is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, coupled with strong technical writing skills, is required. We're seeking detail-oriented, self-motivated individuals with in-depth knowledge of testing methods, cGMP, and radiation safety.

Preferred Skills

Experience in nuclear manufacturing, analytical instrumentation qualification, and cross-functional collaboration sets top candidates apart.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health offers a premium compensation package including a competitive salary of $90,600 - $142,340 USD annually, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with generous company match, and paid time off. Enjoy tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, employee stock purchase plans, and flexible spending accounts. Our Aurora facility provides a professional office/lab environment with cutting-edge equipment and safety protocols.

Career Growth

Advance your career as a technical leader with opportunities to mentor teams, lead projects, and grow into supervisory roles. Cardinal Health invests in your development through ongoing training, certifications in cGMP and analytical methods, and exposure to multi-department functions. High performers gain visibility for promotions across our global network, building expertise in radiopharmaceuticals and quality leadership.

Why Join Us

At Cardinal Health, you'll work in a collaborative, high-ethical standards environment fostering innovation and safety. Our Aurora Nuclear Manufacturing site offers weekend shifts for better work-life balance, state-of-the-art labs, and a team-oriented culture. Contribute to life-saving radiopharmaceuticals while enjoying premium benefits, career progression, and a positive, energizing workplace that values integrity, communication, and continuous improvement.

Role FAQs

Q: What shift is this role? Weekends, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, onsite in Aurora, CO.

Q: Is radiopharmacy experience required? Preferred but not mandatory; FDA-regulated pharma/medical device experience is key.

Q: What salary can I expect? $90,600 - $142,340 USD per year, based on experience.

Q: Are there training opportunities? Yes, extensive training on SOPs, cGMP, radiation safety, and instrumentation.

Q: How does this role support career growth? As an SME and mentor, you'll lead projects and build cross-functional relationships for advancement.