Oncology Clinical Trials Pharmacist MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks an Oncology Clinical Trials Pharmacist to ensure safe and compliant provision of investigational oncology agents. You will collaborate with the Cancer Institute and Harvard Cancer Consortium, ensuring patient safety and trial integrity across protocols and sponsor requirements.

Responsibilities include reviewing trial documents, overseeing drug handling and preparation, and supporting audits, staff training, and quality improvement in the oncology trials unit.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist license in good standing (Massachusetts preferred).
• 2–3 years pharmacist experience preferred.
• Experience with investigational oncology medications and clinical trials processes.
• Strong knowledge of IV admixtures, drug information, and drug distribution practices.

Responsibilities

• Review protocols and amendments for drug safety and suitability for trials.
• Oversee safe handling, preparation and dispensing of investigational medications.
• Ensure orders comply with approved protocols and study guidelines.
• Oversee pharmacy staff and inventory related to oncology trials; mentor learners.
• Prepare for sponsor and FDA audits and monitoring visits.

Skills

IV Admixtures

Drug Information

Clinical Trials

Mentoring/Precepting

Regulatory compliance

Education

PharmD

BS Pharmacy

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Oncology Clinical Trials Pharmacists assume responsibility and accountability for the safe, timely, and appropriate provision of investigational oncology agents. We offer dedicated research support, sharing the MGH mission to advance care through innovative research and education, and work in close collaboration with other members of the Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute and the Harvard Cancer Consortium. The Oncology Clinical Trials Pharmacist serves to protect the safety of study participants and the integrity of our clinical trials by ensuring compliance with institutional, sponsor and regulatory requirements surrounding investigational oncology medications and patient care.

• Review protocols and amendments for drug safety, feasibility, and impacts to clinicians and staff. Assist in the development of investigational chemotherapy Beacon treatment plans in EPIC
• Order review and verification of oncology clinical trials orders, including the review of protocol documents to ensure appropriateness based on current clinical, institutional, and protocol guidelines as well as patient-specific criteria
• Oversee the safe handling, preparation, and dispensing of investigational medications
• Ensure investigational medication orders comply with approved protocols
• Check admixtures for accurate preparation, including the additive(s), parent solution, and label
• Monitor investigational oncology treatment plans and study subjects' place in therapy during the order review process and by following internal study instructions, and potential need for off-hours and weekend doses, ensuring supplies are available for infusion pharmacy staff
• Oversee oncology clinical trials Pharmacy technicians and students, serving as a resource for inventory management activities, and overseeing special projects
• Participate in the training and mentorship of new employees, students and residents
• Precepts learners (students, PGY1 Residents, PGY2 Residents). Meet Preceptor requirements as outlined in the MGH Residency Preceptor Responsibilities, Credentials, and Development Policy
• Promote a culture of safety; adhere to established practices and policies of the department
• Review study subject medications for appropriateness in collaboration with the study team. Review home medications for patients in screening for oncology clinical trials, identify prohibited medications and potential drug-drug interactions or additive toxicities
• Oversee technician activities and perform quality control checks
• Complete reports, including Safety Reports and Notes to File; develop corrective and preventative action plans
• Prepare and manage sponsor and FDA audits and monitoring visits

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of Pharmacy

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Pharmacist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration [MCSR - Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Department of Public Health preferred

Experience

Experience working as a pharmacist 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including: IV Admixtures, Drug Information, Ambulatory, Manufacturing, and Drug Distribution.
• Attention to detail.
• Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient Possess ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needs Provide care as described in the department's policies/procedures.
• Works relatively independently.
• Participates in department quality improvement efforts.
• Participates in the training of medical, nursing and allied health professionals.
• Must complete 20 continuing education credits per year to maintain license.
• Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

90 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$127000 - $169,079.04/Annual

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .

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