Clinical Pharmacist - Investigational Drug Services - Boston Children's Hospital

As a member of the Investigational Drug Service, clinical pharmacists play a crucial role in the development and implementation clinical drug trials which currently are more than 300.  Pharmacists work closely with healthcare professionals, researchers, and pharmaceutical companies to ensure the safe and effective use of medication in a hospital/outpatient setting. We welcome candidates to speak with us regarding our innovative department, dedicated staff, and why Boston Children's Hospital is recognized as one of the leading pediatric research facilities in the world.


This Clinical Investigational Drug Service Pharmacist will be responsible for:
 

• Collaborating with healthcare teams to implement clinical trials involving investigational drugs with an emphasis on ensuring patient safety.
• Overseeing compounding of complex therapies, including gene therapy and first in human trials, utilizing a variety of unique methods of delivery.
• Providing expertise on drug interactions, dosing regimens, and adverse effects of investigational medications.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards in the conduct of research studies.                                                                                                         

• Formulating budgets, developing templates for computerized prescriber order entry, and meeting with study monitors throughout the lifespan of the trial.

                                                                                                                                 
To qualify, you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy plus up to one year of post‑degree course work and: two to three years general pharmacy experience, or one year directly related pediatric experience. Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy residency or equivalent experience is preferred. Doctorate degree in Pharmacy is highly preferred.
• Minimum of two years of relevant drug safety experience is highly preferred. 
• Current license and registration by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy.
• Familiarity with EPIC/BEACON software ideal

This is a day position, with every 4th weekend required

New hires are eligible for a $10k sign on bonus


Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.