Research Pharmacy Technician

Job Description Summary

Research Pharmacy Technician in the Department of Pharmacy Services reports to the Investigational Drug Services Pharmacy (aka MUSC Research Pharmacy) manager. Under general supervision, the Research Pharmacy technician provides technical support to the investigational drug distribution activities of the Department of Pharmacy Services as well as administrative support for clinical trials conducted at MUSC.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000628 CHS - Pharmacy Investigational Drug Service (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Drug accountability, maintenance and staff education for study Phases I-IV. Preparation and maintenance of various non-hazardous, hazardous / biohazardous injections, vaccines, and infusions including chemotherapy and cell therapy. Following IRB, protocol, and GCP guidelines. Maintain aseptic technique and cleanroom guidelines according to USP 787 / 800. Use of various IxRS systems. Extensive interaction with monitors, auditors, and clinical and research staff. Training and supervision of incoming staff. Extensive use of Sparc, Vestigo, EPIC EMR, and Oncore for study setup and maintenance.
 

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education:
Associate’s Degree and two years of pharmacy technician experience; or
Bachelor’s Degree and one year of pharmacy technician experience; or Bachelor’s Degree in a science or healthcare related field and two years of research-related experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and intermediate level computer skills are required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. Experience in aseptic drug preparation preferred. Previous work in a clinical research support role is highly desirable.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:
Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy (SCBOP) must be obtained prior to first day of employment and national certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) must be obtained within six months of employment. Candidates without PTCB certification upon hire may be provided additional pharmacy-related training as needed. Certifications must be maintained.

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