Oncology Clinical Pharmacist, Investigational Drug Section (West LA)

The START Center for Cancer Research; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan withem‌

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible FSA and HSA plans

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Los Angeles, CA seeks a Clinical Pharmacist in the Investigational Drug Section to manage verification, dispensing, and documentation for investigational and chemotherapy medications. The role emphasizes patient education, drug information, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Salary ranges from $185,000 to $210,000 with potential annual bonus up to 10% of base pay. On-site work schedule is Monday–Friday, day shift, located in West LA.

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 including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record programs, pharmacy software, and study IRT systems.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles.

Responsibilities

• Verify medication orders including dosage accuracy, eligibility criteria, consent forms, lab value criteria, and interactions before dispensing.
• Oversee preparation and dispensing of all IDS medications, supervise technicians, ensure double-checks prior to release.
• Provide pharmaceutical care including patient counseling and drug information to healthcare teams and patients.
• Oversee drug inventories and documentation, project usage, and storage for Phase I and conventional meds.
• Assist technicians with documenting investigational drugs and study-related records.
• Review new protocols and amendments and related forms.
• Maintain and generate reports using the IDS drug accountability program.

Skills

Drug information

Patient counseling

GCP knowledge

Education

ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy

Current State license

Hospital/clinic pharmacy experience

Sterile compounding for chemotherapy (USP 797/800)

Knowledge of EMR/pharmacy software systems

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

EMR/pharmacy software and study IRT systems

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research ("START") is the world's largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering "Hope Through Access" to cutting edge trials throughout the United States and 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 salary range for this role is $185,000- $210,000. In addition, employees in this role may be eligible for an annual bonus of up to 10% of base earnings.

However, base pay may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Work Schedule: On-Site

Monday through Friday, Day Shift

Location: West LA

10700 Santa Monica Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90025

Essential Responsibilities

• Verify medication 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.
• Oversee the preparation and dispensing of all medications from the IDS, including supervision of certified pharmacy technicians during preparation of IV admixtures and oral medication dosages, insuring compliance with all steps of the double-check verification process prior to releasing dosages from the IDS.
• Provide pharmaceutical care including patient medication and supportive care counseling, and drug 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.
• Assist pharmacy technicians in maintaining adequate investigational documentation, records, weekly inventory, and interactions with study personnel
• Review new protocol(s), protocol amendments and associated forms.
• Maintain and generate reports using the IDS drug accountability program.

Education & Experience

• 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); telephone and copier / scanner / facsimile machine.
• Computer skills, including use Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access.
• Familiarity with the use of electronic medical record program(s), pharmacy software programs and study IRT systems.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Sterile compounding & chemistry 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).

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks

• 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 coverage and optional insurance options
• 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're committed to fostering a collaborative, creative workplace where every team member is encouraged to contribute. At START, you'll join 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-phase clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. START represents the world's largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites.

Learn more atSTARTresearch.com.

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.