Research Support Pharmacist

The Research Support Pharmacist at MultiCare provides specialized pharmacy services to support clinical research across the investigational institutions within MultiCare Health System. This role oversees investigational drug operations from protocol review through study closeout, ensuring compliance and institutional standards.

Responsibilities

• Review study protocols for medication-use feasibility, regulatory compliance, and alignment with institutional policies; collaborate with IRB, sponsors, and study teams to ensure adherence.
• Interpret and apply regulations and institutional requirements related to investigational drug management.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and plan Investigational Drug Supply (IDS) workflows, space needs, and IS&T requirements for study activation.
• Develop and maintain study-specific medication order sets, compounding instructions, labeling, and blinding procedures.
• Establish IDS fee schedules, support pharmacy budget planning, and ensure essential documentation for audits and monitoring visits.
• Oversee workflows for receiving, verifying, storing, and documenting investigational product shipments, including drug accountability, temperature excursions, and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Provide protocol-based dosing recommendations, monitor adverse events, and ensure timely reporting per sponsor and institutional standards.
• Deliver training for pharmacists, technicians, study teams, and patients as needed; serve as a subject-matter resource for investigational medication use across clinical areas.

About the Role

This is an Exempt position with a full-time (FTE: 1.0), Dayshift schedule (M-F).

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) required.
• Active pharmacist license in state of practice.
• Minimum 2–3 years in health system pharmacy; IDS or clinical research experience preferred.

About Tacoma General Hospital

Tacoma General Hospital, located in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center offering cutting-edge care. It includes a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, and robotic surgery services, and the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center. The hospital also houses a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s.

About the Tacoma Community

Tacoma, situated just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends urban amenities with the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. It offers scenic waterfronts, mountain trails, vibrant arts, dining, and brewery scenes, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and young professionals.

About MultiCare

MultiCare is rooted in the local community, partnering with patients, families, and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for over 140 years. The organization offers competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships, and career development opportunities to invest in its employees. MultiCare also provides generous PTO, Code Lavender, and Employee Assistance Programs to help maintain balance and well-being.

Pay and Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, and retirement benefits, and paid time off. The pay scale for this position ranges from $164,652.80 to $222,768.00 USD, influenced by factors such as skill set, experience, and certifications.