Work Schedule
Standard (MonFri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
Accounts for all drug supplies received for studies at the Clinic including documentation of receipt dispensation and return of drug. Ensures that established packaging and preparation of dose procedures are followed by all staff. Ensures quality assurance regarding all pharmacy technician documentation and preparation of doses. Works closely with support of department management in all aspects of pharmacy operations and management .
Description
Phase I and IB trials represent the first practical tests of a compounds clinical relevance and commercial viability. They are the culmination of years or even decades of research. Moreover they set the stage for subsequent studies that will ultimately determine your compounds efficacy safety and positive impact on patients lives.
As a Research Pharmacistyou would accountfor all drug supplies received for studies at the Clinic including documentation of receipt dispensation and return of drug. You would ensurethat established packaging and preparation of dose procedures are followed by all staff. Ensure thatquality assurance regarding all pharmacy technician documentation and preparation of doses. Workclosely with support of department management in all aspects of pharmacy operations and management.
AtPPD a part of Thermo Fisher Scientificwe hire the best develop ourselves and each other andrecognizethe power of being one team.Weoffer continued career advancement opportunities award winning training and benefits focused on the health and wellbeing of our employees.
Essential Functions:
- Serves as Pharmacy Lead on incoming clinical study protocols; plans and prepares for accurate dosing including packaging preparation and administration of doses.
- Anticipates potential dosing errors and develops a plan of action to prevent their occurrence.
- Ensures adequate supplies of clinical samples are retained with documentation of random selection procedure as required for study.
- Serves as liaison and consultant to sponsors concerning pharmacy details for future and current protocols.
- Interacts as a vital member of the project team offering guidance in pharmacy procedures and operations specific to each protocol.
- Serves as departmental resource for pharmacy related clinical inquiries from
- Investigators clinic training and support staff Client Services Sponsor companies and others as needed.
- Participates in cross training activities with other departments.
- Works with management on improving department processes and needs. Understands and effectively uses corporate procurement procedures. Performs special duties and assignments as needed.
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Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy
- Licensed to practice pharmacy in the applicable state or eligible to receive licensure within required timeframe.
- National State or Local licensures and certifications as required
- Previous experience that provides the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the job (comparable to5 years).
In some cases an equivalency consisting of a combination of appropriate education training and/or directly related experience will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of clinical research procedures
- Knowledge of drug information
- Skilled in preparation of sterile products
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Attention to detail
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Effective time management and project management skills
- Problem solving/troubleshooting abilities
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Working Environment:
- Able to communicate receive and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
- Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
- Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds
- Able to work in nontraditional work environments.
- Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
- May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements including infectious agents typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
- Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
- As a condition of employment with PPD in this role you must have received your Covid19 vaccine and you must disclose proof of your vaccination status upon employment.