Research Pharmacist

McKesson; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson’s Corporate is seeking a Research Pharmacist to oversee investigational pharmacy operations and manage pharmacy staff for outpatient clinical trials. This role supports multiple research sites while ensuring compliance with FDA guidelines and GCP.

The ideal candidate should hold a Doctorate Degree, be a licensed pharmacist, and possess at least one year of chemotherapy admixture experience. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards in drug preparation and dispensing.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree and licensed pharmacist.
• Minimum one year of chemotherapy admixture experience.
• Knowledge of FDA guidelines and GCP mandates.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigational pharmacy operations and manage pharmacy staff for outpatient clinical trials.
• Coordinate with investigators and sponsors to implement study protocols.
• Develop procedures for the preparation and dispensing of investigational drugs.

Skills

Chemotherapy admixture

Knowledge of FDA guidelines

Compliance with research protocols

Education

Doctorate Degree and licensed pharmacist

Job description

Overview

The Research Pharmacist will oversee investigational pharmacy operations and the pharmacy technical staff to support the institution’s growing involvement in clinical research activities. The role provides support to industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials for multiple research sites in the outpatient setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead investigational pharmacy operations and manage pharmacy staff for multiple outpatient clinical trials.
• Coordinate with investigators, sponsors, and clinical teams to implement study protocols, ensuring adherence to SOPs, GCP, and FDA guidelines.
• Develop and maintain detailed procedures and documentation for the preparation, dispensing, labeling, and distribution of investigational drugs, including computer entry codes and labels.
• Perform complex pharmaceutical calculations, interpret medication orders, and conduct advanced dispensing activities while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and keep records for protocols, subjects, drug accountability, and shipment logs; provide mandatory reports to management and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee improvement of shipment, delivery, and storage of investigational drugs to patient care locations, ensuring compliance with mandatory mandates.
• Collaborate with Study Chairs and research staff to trend drug utilization, resolve issues, and support study status reporting.
• Manage performance, development, budgeting, and compliance obligations for pharmacy staff and technicians under federal, state, and local mandates.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree and licensed pharmacist.
• Knowledge of FDA guidelines and GCP mandates.
• Minimum one year of chemotherapy admixture experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comply with mandatory research protocols.
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