Research Disease Group Pharmacist

Research Disease Group Pharmacist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

The Research Disease Group Pharmacist supports patient care research by reviewing protocol proposals, coordinating protocol education, managing study drug supplies, and assisting investigators with protocol development and implementation.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Complete timely and accurate pharmacy reviews of new or amended Clinical Research Protocol documentation throughout the activation process; work toward an understanding of daily/weekly workload and timelines.
• Represent the pharmacy department on key clinical research review committees for required activation signoff and ensure compliance with DF/HCC standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams, study teams, industry sponsors, and other departments internal and external to the Institute, communicating logistics and providing education on research details and operational considerations involved with the clinical research program.
• Work collaboratively with Research Operations regarding investigational drug supply/inventory, and drug ordering as well as troubleshoot active patient issues.
• Follow progress of the clinical research protocol along with the study team for safety, efficacy, appropriateness of drug and dose, and/or operational concerns.
• Create and validate investigational medication entries and validate beacon ordering templates for DF/HCC sites.
• Participate in audits (e.g., preparation activities, NCI, sponsor quality assurance, FDA, etc.).
• Participate in draft reviews of clinical research trials.
• Participate in new staff training/orientation and serve as a resource to Pharmacist I, Research Disease Group.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Ability to critically assess a clinical document, references, and/or drug information sources with attention to detail.
• Good organizational and time management skills, with an ability to prioritize multiple projects and assignments.
• Detail oriented with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Works effectively as a member of a unit team, cross functional teams, and thrives in team-oriented environments.
• Prioritizes and adapts to change; accepts additional responsibilities based on the changing needs of the work setting.

Minimum Job Qualifications

The Research Disease Group Pharmacist II must meet the following requirements to be hired and maintain their position in the Pharmacy Department at DFCI.

Minimum Education

All Pharmacists require a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of Pharmacy.

Minimum Experience

3 years of hospital pharmacy or pharmaceutical industry experience with at least 2 years of oncology, regulatory, or clinical research experience required.

License/Certification/Registration

Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. We are relentless in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, and we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries, and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Key skills/competency

• Clinical Research Protocols
• Investigational Drug Management
• Oncology Pharmacy
• Regulatory Compliance
• Clinical Protocol Review
• Study Team Collaboration
• Drug Information Sources
• Quality Assurance Audits
• Beacon Ordering System
• Patient Safety Monitoring