Investigational Drug Services (IDS) Pharmacist, On-site

IQVIA • San Antonio, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

NEXT Oncology, an Avacare business, is seeking a dedicated IDS Pharmacist for its clinical research sites in Fairfax, Virginia, which focus on Phase 1 oncology trials. This fully on-site position supports investigational drug services in a fast-paced, patient-centered research environment. The pharmacist helps ensure protocol integrity, patient safety, and regulatory compliance throughout clinical trials.

The role includes reviewing protocols and study documentation, overseeing investigational product dispensing and preparation, maintaining drug inventory and accountability records, supporting monitoring visits and audits, supervising and training staff, and managing study documents and credentials. The position requires a current pharmacy license in Texas or Virginia and knowledge of clinical research and sterile and hazardous drug handling standards.

The role offers the opportunity to work with investigators and contribute to clinical trials in a supportive, collaborative environment. The potential annualized base pay range is $57,700 to $209,800. Actual pay may vary based on qualifications, location, and schedule. Depending on the position offered, incentive compensation and health and welfare benefits may also be available.

Requirements

• Current pharmacy license in Texas or Virginia.
• Strong knowledge of GCP, GMP, USP <797> and <800>, and clinical trial regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity and extended periods of sitting or standing.

Nice To Haves

• Pharmacy Preceptor License.
• IV Certification.
• Chemotherapy Certification.

Responsibilities

• Review protocols, amendments, and study-specific documentation; attend site initiation visits; and ensure accurate medication screening and documentation.
• Verify dosing accuracy, oversee compounding of investigational products, and ensure compliance with USP <797> and <800>.
• Maintain investigational product inventory; manage drug receipt and returns; document activity in Vestigo; and support monitoring visits.
• Supervise IDS technicians, maintain SOP compliance, support audits, and contribute to staff training and performance evaluations.
• Orient new staff and maintain required certifications and licenses.
• Upload and manage protocol documentation and staff credentials in eDOCs and Vestigo.

Benefits

• Depending on the position offered, a range of health and welfare benefits may be available.
• Depending on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed