Pharmacy Specialist

At K2 Medical Research, we are transforming healthcare by delivering tomorrow’s treatments today. As a rapidly growing clinical research organization across Florida, Tennessee, and Rhode Island, we lead multiphasic trials in therapeutic areas ranging from neurodegenerative to cardiometabolic medicine. Our culture is grounded in clinical excellence and a patient-first mission. We are seeking mission-driven individuals ready to play a meaningful role in bringing life-changing treatments to the patients who need them most.

About the role

The Pharmacy Specialist assists the Pharmacy team in the administrative and technical operations of the pharmacy. This role involves assisting in the development and continued evaluation of a training process for Clinic staff interacting with the pharmacy, to assure compliance with pharmacy procedures (i.e., drug accountability, storage, administration of doses, and proper documentation of the trail of study drug to and from the pharmacy). Candidates must be willing to gain broad experience in clinical research outside of regular pharmacy tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff in the receipt, storage, dispensing, and return of drug products while acting as a liaison with Pharmacy management, Clinical teams, Project Managers, and Operations.
• Prepare and review the accuracy of labels, assist in packaging of doses, and account for all dosage units entering and leaving the Clinic per FDA regulations and guidelines and per study protocol requirements.
• Assure proper protocol and regulatory procedures are followed in the receipt and handling of drug by team members and other staff responsible for dosing.
• Assist in assuring that study drug product prepared and/or checked by pharmacy technical staff is of the highest quality standards to ensure the safety of the study participants and integrity of the study, including assisting with the completion of all required in-house sterile technique skills tests for all staff.
• Assist in the continued evaluation of a training program for Clinic staff that interacts with the pharmacy, to assure compliance with pharmacy procedures.
• Interact with sponsors and clients regarding potential and on-going studies, explaining K2 Med procedures and responding to sponsor/client requests regarding handling of drug, close-out issues, and other operational matters.
• Assure close-out of studies are handled properly, including ensuring drug is returned to sponsor, stored correctly, or otherwise managed depending on protocol and sponsor requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the expanding needs of both Phase 1 and outpatient pharmacy operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic/vocational qualification.
• 2+ years pharmacy technician experience.
• Pharmacy technician certification, licensed with the Board of Pharmacy.

Skills

• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and IV.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a calm, professional manner.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to adapt to increasing workload demands and support dual pharmacy operations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options.
• Supplemental insurance plans.
• 401(k) with immediate employer match.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.

Schedule

Four-day work week, consisting of 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved only for critical business needs or administrative tasks.