About this role
As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US.
We’re looking for a Clinical Pharmacist to play a key role in supporting clinical trials and ensuring the safe and compliant handling of investigational products. If you’re passionate about advancing healthcare and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to make a difference.
This is a full-time, office-based position in Daytona Beach, FL.
If you join us, you will work with some of the world´s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of a new drug.
Many are drawn to their profession because of its direct impact on patient care. If this is your case, you will not miss that working in Phase 1 trials. Whilst allowing you to practice your clinical skills and knowledge, you´ll be involved with the latest medical technologies and treatments, witnessing their development firsthand. When the drug you work with gets approved, you know you´ll touch many patient´s lives around the world.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
You will utilize your skills, knowledge, and clinical judgement to provide a high standard of clinical research.
Other key responsibilities:
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Partner with Sponsors to ensure pharmacy and dispensing capabilities meet study requirements.
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Review and contribute to study protocols, pharmacy manuals, and preparation documentation.
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Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and good dispensing practices.
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Oversee pharmacy equipment and manage routine preparation activities.
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Support Sponsor visits and foster strong professional relationships.
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All other duties as needed or assigned.
YOU NEED TO BRING…
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Registered Pharmacist or PharmD in applicable state.
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Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
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2 years in a pharmacy setting. Hospital setting preferred.
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Knowledge of GxP standards (GMP, GCP).
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work Environment:
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Work is performed in a laboratory and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
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Occasional drives to site locations, occasional domestic travel.
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Exposure to biological fluids.
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Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, and gloves.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.
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Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
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Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
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Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
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Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
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Regular and consistent attendance.
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Varied hours may be required.
The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:
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Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.
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Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.
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Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.
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Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.
What do you get?
Regular, full-time, or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)
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401(K)
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Paid time off (PTO)
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Employee recognition awards
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Multiple ERG’s (employee resource groups)
Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.