Pharmacy Technician

The START Center for Cancer Research; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with an

Annual performance bonus eligibility

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible FSA/HSA plans

Supportive, collaborative workplace

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support safe and cost‑effective preparation of chemotherapy, biologic therapy, and supportive care medications for patient administration. The role will collaborate with Site Leaders and Pharmacists to keep inventories balanced and compliant with regulations.

Work involves aseptic preparation, accurate documentation, and generating drug accountability reports, with a Monday–Friday schedule at START Pittsburgh.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current State registration as a pharmacy technician (CPhT) required.
• At least 2 years of experience with chemotherapy and biologic therapies.

Responsibilities

• Mix and label chemotherapy, biologic therapy and supportive care medications.
• Maintain inventory control and generate drug accountability reports.
• Prepare parenteral dosage forms using aseptic techniques per USP and GCP.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and documentation of medications.
• Interact with monitors for drug accountability and storage logs.

Skills

Chemotherapy preparation

Biologic therapy handling

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPhT registration

Tools

Inventory management systems

Drug accountability reports

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 Pharmacy Technician. The role will assure safe, efficient, and cost-effective preparation of chemotherapy, biologic therapy, and supportive care medications for administration to patients following all applicable regulations. Also, this role will work collaboratively with Site Leaders and Pharmacists to maintain adequate and cost-effective inventory of drugs and supplies.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m (hours may vary)

Location: START Pittsburgh

Essential Responsibilities

• Mix and label chemotherapy, biologic therapy and supportive care medications.
• Perform proper procedures and documentation in inventory management systems during the fulfillment of the medication order.
• Prepare parenteral dosage forms utilizing aseptic techniques in accordance with departmental policies, standards set forth in current USP, state & federal regulations and GCP guidelines for investigational medications.
• Prepare and deliver medication ensuring proper storage location requirements are met based on the stability needs of the product.
• Perform routine weekly inventory and quality assurance tasks, including checking extemporaneously manufactured medications, commercially available medications, I.V. solutions and equipment for expiration dates, recalls, or signs of deterioration.
• Receive medication and supplies in accordance with inventory control and purchasing policies. Help to maintain all medication inventory levels within the predetermined stocking level, calling attention to needs for revision, or perpetual supply problems.
• Interact with study monitors by providing drug accountability reports and temperature storage logs. Facilitate monitor verification of inventory, training and other GCP documentation.
• Maintain and generate reports through the applicable computer programs.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED.
• At least 2 years of experience preparing chemotherapy and biologic therapies.
• Current State registration as a pharmacy technician (CPhT).

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 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-phase 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 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.