Principal Research Pharmacist

ICON Strategic Solutions; France; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading clinical research organization in France seeks a Principal Research Pharmacist to ensure safe and effective Investigational Product preparation for clinical trials. The role demands collaboration with various stakeholders, reviewing preparation instructions, and training site staff. Applicants should possess a pharmacy degree and relevant hospital experience. This role offers competitive salary packages and benefits, providing an inclusive environment dedicated to fostering innovation and excellence.

Prestations

Competitive salary

Health insurance offerings

Flexible optional benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years of recent experience in a hospital or clinic.
• Minimum of 5+ years of recent clinical/hospital experience.

Responsabilités

• Play a key role in Investigational Product preparation and administration in clinical trials.
• Review and provide input on Investigational Product Preparation Instructions.
• Collaborate closely with the Drug Product Development team.

Connaissances

Pharmacy degree focused on hospital practice

Experience in antibody treatment (Oncology – hematology and solid tumor)

Experience in preparing drugs for intravenous, subcutaneous and intramuscular administration

Experience in a virtual clinical trial setting

Preparation of novel pharmaceutical therapies

Formation

Pharmacy degree

Description du poste

Principal Research Pharmacist

ICON plc is a world‑leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment that drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

You will be dedicated to one of our global pharmaceutical clients, a company that values performance, recognizes merit and has a high focus on quality. This environment encourages innovation, individuality and embraces people that want to be a part of it.

The Pharmacy Investigational Product Specialist will serve as the key contact point between the sponsor and the investigational site for Investigational Product Preparation Instructions (IPPI) training of studies with a complex IP preparation process. This role focuses on IPPI review and training/implementation of IP preparation steps for all compounds that require training plans. The specialist will be the internal and external interface to ensure overall IPPI adherence, and will contribute to continuous process improvement, training and mentoring for IPPI.

Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in the safe, efficient and effective Investigational Product preparation and administration in clinical trials.
• Review and provide input on Investigational Product Preparation Instructions, Site Investigational Product Procedures Manual, monitoring guidelines and all specific forms related to Investigational Product preparation and dosing before finalization as applicable.
• Process risk assessment review where applicable.
• Collaborate closely with the Drug Product Development team and the Drug Preparation Administration Team.
• Collaborate on Investigational Product training material development with key stakeholders.
• Engage early with investigational site pharmacy and IP administration staff to review site IP process and equipment.
• Work with Global Trial Lead, Study Manager, Trial Manager, Independent Drug Monitor and Site Investigational Product Specialist on all IPPI related topics.
• Evaluate and support processes for IP and ancillary supplies/preparation kits to ensure compatibility with the pharmacy equipment/practice in the country/investigational site.
• Review site’s preparation and accountability records to ensure key information is captured and documented.
• Observe first Investigational Product preparation on site and/or support Study Manager/Independent Drug Monitor/Site Investigational Product Specialist if allowed according to local guidelines and blinding requirements.
• Act as the point of contact for the internal study team in the country for questions related to Investigational Product preparation.
• Review any modification of IPPI, SIPPM manual, specific forms related to Investigational Product preparation and dosing during applicable phases of the trial.
• Establish and maintain good and productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., pharmacists, investigators).

Qualifications:

• A Pharmacy degree focused on hospital practice, with a minimum 3‑4 years of recent experience in a hospital or clinic.
• Experience in antibody treatment (Oncology – hematology and solid tumor) and/or Immunology Therapeutic Area.
• Experience in preparing drugs for intravenous, subcutaneous and intramuscular administration.
• Experience in a virtual clinical trial setting.
• Minimum of 5+ years of recent clinical/hospital experience.
• Experience in preparation of novel pharmaceutical therapies such as gene‑therapy or radiopharmaceuticals is an asset.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and a range of additional benefits tailored to each country.
• Various annual leave entitlements.
• A range of health insurance offerings for you and your family.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, providing 24‑hour access to a global network of well‑being professionals.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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