Clinical Pharmacist, Investigational Drug Section

START Center for Cancer Research; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with em

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off and paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible FSA and HSA plans

Growth and professional development

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist for the Investigational Drug Section to manage medication orders, verify dosing, and document the dispensing process for investigational and chemotherapy agents.

You will supervise IDS staff, ensure double-check compliance, provide patient education, maintain drug inventories, and generate reports under IDS SOPs and GCP guidelines; minimal supervision with autonomy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy.
• Current State license.
• Previous hospital/clinic pharmacy experience.
• Familiarity with sterile compounding requirements for chemotherapy agents, USP<797>, USP<800>, laminar airflow hood(s) / biological safety cabinet(s).
• Computer skills with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access.
• Familiarity with EMR programs, pharmacy software and study IRT systems.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles.

Responsibilities

• Verify medication orders including dosages and calculations and assess patient eligibility criteria.
• Oversee preparation and dispensing of all IDS medications and supervise technicians.
• Provide pharmaceutical care including patient counseling and drug information.
• Oversee drug inventories and documentation of current inventory and usage projections.
• Assist technicians with investigational documentation and study-related records.
• Review new protocols and amendments and generate reports from the IDS drug accountability system.
• Maintain accurate medication entries in the EMR and ensure proper home medication maintenance.

Skills

Medication order verification

Dispensing supervision

Pharmaceutical care

Drug inventory management

Documentation

Team communication

Education

ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy

Current State license

Hospital/clinic pharmacy experience

Tools

EMR systems

Pharmacy software

Study IRT systems

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largestearly phasesite network, fully dedicated tooncologyclinical research.Throughout ourhistory, START has provided hope to cancer patients inglobalcommunity practices by offering “Hope Through Access” to cutting edgetrials throughout the UnitedStatesand Europe.

We are seeking a Clinical Pharmacist, Investigational Drug Section. The Clinical Pharmacist, Investigational Drug Section (IDS) is responsible for all facets of medication order verification, dispensing and documentation process for investigational drugs, conventional chemotherapy and supportive care medications provided by the IDS. The pharmacist may be involved in the provision of pharmaceutical care including assisting with patient interviews, maintenance of current medication lists, providing patient medication education, providing drug information to the healthcare team and patients. The pharmacist will practice with a high degree of autonomy, guided by IDS SOPs and quality assurance verification guidelines. This role is responsible for the daily supervision of staff assigned to medication preparation, dispensing, and operation of the IDS in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations.

The salary range for this role is $ 185,000- $195,000.00 However, base pay may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. or 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Location: START Los Angeles: 10700 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 310, Los Angeles, CA 90025

Essential Responsibilities:

• Verifymedication orders including accuracy of dosages and calculations, review of basic patient eligibility criteria, including but not limited to accurately signed / dated study consent form(s), laboratory values within treatment criteria, all appropriate tests have been completed, resolution of known toxicity from previous chemotherapy, and an absence of serious known drug interactions.
• Overseethe preparation and dispensing of all medications from the IDS, including supervision of certified pharmacy technicians during preparation of IV admixtures and oral medication dosages,insuringcompliance with all steps of the double-check verification process prior to releasing dosages from the IDS.
• Provide pharmaceutical care including patient medication and supportive carecounseling, anddrug information to the healthcare team and patients.
• Oversee drug inventories including documentation of current inventory, projection of expected usage in concert with ordering, receiving, storage and dispensation tracking of Phase I and conventional medications.
• Assistpharmacy technicians inmaintainingadequate investigational documentation, records, weekly inventory, and interactions with study personnel
• Review new protocol(s), protocolamendmentsand associated forms.
• Maintain and generate reports using the IDS drug accountability program.
• Contribute to the effective operation of the pharmacy department.Enteraccuratemedication computer order entries andaccuratemaintenance of reported patient home medications in the EMR.
• Other duties may be assigned at any time.

Education & Experience:

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy.
• Current State license.
• Previoushospital/clinic pharmacy experience.
• Familiarity with sterile compounding requirements for chemotherapy agents, USP<797>, USP<800>, laminar airflow hood(s) / biological safety cabinet(s); telephone and copier / scanner / facsimile machine.
• Computer skills, includinguseMicrosoftOffice products, including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access.
• Familiarity with the use of electronic medical record program(s), pharmacy softwareprogramsand study IRTsystems.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles.

PreferredEducationandExperience:

• Sterile compounding & chemotherapy certification.
• Intravenous sterile product training.
• Prior experience in clinical trials and management of investigational drugs.
• Specialty residency in oncology and/or current BPS Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP).
• Bilingual.

PhysicalandTravelRequirements:

• 80% oftimespent standing and/or walking.
• Ability tolift upto a25-pound weight load.
• Some lifting and bending,pushingand/or pulling loads.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks:

We value the time, talent, and dedication our employees bring to START. Our commitment to your well‑being and growth is reflected in a competitive compensation package—based on experience—along with comprehensive benefits designed to support you both personally and professionally:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus, based on role and company results
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageand optional insuranceoptions
• Company p‑aid life and disability insurance for added financial protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential, no ‑cost support for you and your family from day one
• Flexible FSA and HSA plans to support your financial wellness
• Commitment to a supportive environment that values balance, wellbeing, and flexibility
• We’recommitted to fostering a collaborative, creative workplace where every team member is encouraged to contribute. At START,you’lljoin a team that values continuous learning, professional growth, shared ideas, and a culture built on inclusivity and innovation.

More About START:

START clinical trial sites have conducted more than 1,000 early-stage clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. STARTrepresentsthe world’s largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites.

Learn more at STARTresearch.com.

Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?

Join us in our mission to conquer cancer, one clinical trial at a time. Yourexpertiseand dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide.Pleasesubmityour application online.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.