• Medication Oversight: Evaluate oncology and chemotherapy treatments for clinical trial participants, ensuring accurate dosing, administration, and managing potential side effects. Supervise the preparation and distribution of chemotherapy medications within acute care environments.
• Clinical Research Collaboration: Provide expert pharmacological advice and support for oncology-focused clinical trials, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and all applicable regulatory standards. Prior experience in clinical research is a plus but not essential.
• Adverse Event Monitoring: Track, document, and report any adverse events (AEs), severe adverse events (SAEs), adverse drug reactions (ADRs), medication errors, and drug interactions associated with investigational products in clinical trials.
• Regulatory Adherence: Assist in the development, review, and compliance with study protocols, ensuring adherence to regulations, particularly in relation to investigational drug management and regulatory inspections.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with oncologists, research coordinators, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure excellent patient care and clinical trial outcomes, while also attending related clinical meetings.
• Patient Education: Provide patients with clear information regarding their medication schedules, potential risks, benefits, and strategies for managing any side effects within the context of clinical trials.
• Data Management & Analysis: Contribute to the process of collecting, analyzing, and preparing data for clinical study reports, scientific publications, and regulatory submissions.
• Ongoing Education: Continuously update your knowledge of oncology treatments, clinical trial methodologies, and pharmaceutical research advancements through professional development opportunities, training, and conferences.

Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.

Licensing: Valid and active pharmacist license in California.

Experience:

• At least 2 years of experience in oncology pharmacy practice.
• Experience in working with investigational drugs, chemotherapy regimens, and oncology clinical research is preferred.

Certifications & Residency (Preferred but not required):

• Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy (BCOP) is highly desirable (especially for consideration in the higher salary range).
• ASHP-accredited PGY-1 and PGY-2 residency in oncology or pain management is a plus.
• Clinical Research Certification (ACRP or SOCRA) is an added benefit.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Deep understanding of oncology pharmacotherapy, including chemotherapy, biologics, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills, with a strong focus on interpersonal effectiveness.
• Familiarity with clinical trial protocols, regulatory guidelines, and ethical standards is preferred.
• Proficiency in using EHR/EMR systems and clinical trial management software is an advantage.

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to juggle multiple projects effectively.
• Strong ability to work independently and within a collaborative research team.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety and continuously improving healthcare outcomes.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with occasional travel (less than 10%) and potential overtime based on study needs.
• Work is performed in a clinical research environment, with direct patient interaction, in a hospital or outpatient clinic.
• Must be currently residing in Southern California.