Clinical Pharmacist - Oncology Investigational Drug ...

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.Working hours:WeekdaysDay shift40 hours/week Practice or research specialty/focus of the position: Oncology Investigational Drug Service Position Summary: A clinical pharmacist position in the Oncology Investigational Drug Service (Onc IDS) is immediately available. Candidates must possess excellent writing, organizational, analytic, clinical and interpersonal skills. This clinical pharmacist position has many exciting and challenging responsibilities, the major ones include:Attend Duke Office of Clinical Research study start up meetings and advise investigators and research coordinators regarding ICS services and any anticipated budget/resource requirementsAttend activities related to protocol setup including but not limited to, drug information gathering, protocol review and logistic assessment, attending site initiative visits, and writing study-specific procedures and drug dataReview all protocols and Onc IDS procedures for investigational products (IPs) that Onc IDS will dispensePrepare protocol specific procedures for safe and appropriate investigational drug product use, blinding, accountability, procurement, storage, preparation, dispensing, destruction, budgeting, and billingVerify investigational drug orders after reviewing patient charts for dosing and evaluation of drug toxicity (labs, drug-drug interactions, adverse event documentation) and appropriateness of dosing investigational productProvide education to pharmacists and other health care professionals about studies occurring in their areasCreate EPIC electronic drug build templates and validate electronic drug builds for all sponsor provided IPs for research protocols utilizing Onc IDSAssist in the validation of research EPIC Beacon treatment plans for all protocols utilizing Onc IDSEnsure personal and departmental regulatory compliance for all research protocols by adhering to Federal, Good Clinical Practice, Joint Commission, and NCI requirementsProvide specialized pharmaceutical research services to improve study integrity and outcomesParticipate in protocol maintenance including but not limited to reviewing protocol amendments, participating in monitoring visits and audits with study sponsor, the FDA, Office of regulatory Affairs and Quality (ORAQ), or other regulating bodies, and triaging protocol-specific issuesMonitor investigational inventory and manually reorder medications as needed through clinical trial conductReceive IP shipments and record IP receipt appropriately in Vestigo and Interactive Response Technology Systems as needed.Interface and communicate with representatives of regulatory agencies and pharmaceutical research sponsorsProtocol Review and Monitoring Committee (PRMC) membership, participating in monthly meetingsServe as a resource for physicians and pharmacists for all aspects of the clinical research processes and use of non-approved drugs under a compassionate use basisOversee and assist with the preparation and dispensing of oral and parenteral investigational products while abiding by departmental SOPsDispense investigational products which includes dispensing and shipping to satellite sitesMaintain complete and accurate accountability records for investigational products to comply with all good clinical practice guidelines to assure the data and reported results are credible and valid and aid in investigational product approvalParticipate in monthly on-call coverage for investigational chemotherapy serviceContribute to student and resident education, including serving as a preceptor for APPE students and PGY2 oncology residentsMaintain familiarity with all departmental programs and work as integral part of the pharmacy teamWork cooperatively within department and with other departments to achieve division and departmental goalsRespond quickly and appropriately to customer requests and treats customers with courtesy, respect and caring behaviorsAnticipates customer needs and initiates action to meet those needsIdentify areas of development and seek opportunities for personal and professional growthCoordinate and oversee routine maintenance on equipment as indicated by manufacturers recommendations and policyWill know, understand, and abide by all Pharmacy Department and Onc IDS Policies and ProceduresOther duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications EducationDoctor of Pharmacy Degree or BS Pharmacy Degree ExperienceWith a BS Pharmacy degree, two years of pharmacy practice experience, or acceptable board certification, or completion of an accredited residency program and demonstrated ability to achieve positive patient outcomes in a similar environment is required.With Doctor of Pharmacy degree, no experience is required.2-5 years of hospital or PGY-1 Residency preferredResearch and/or oncology experience preferred Degrees, Licensures, CertificationsLicensed Pharmacist or eligible to practice pharmacy in North Carolina Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Created: 2026-03-10