Research Pharmacist – Oncology & Hematology

New York Oncology Hematology•Albany, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Pharmacist – Oncology & Hematology to support and expand a growing outpatient oncology and hematology research program within a large, multi-site physician practice supporting 75+ providers. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Investigational Product (IP) management while serving as a clinical, operational, and regulatory resource to research leadership, investigators, infusion pharmacy, and multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate brings experience across all phases of clinical research and demonstrates the ability to help build, develop, and scale research operations, improving patient access to clinical trials and supporting long-term program growth.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited college of pharmacy
Active pharmacist licensure in New York State (or eligibility for licensure)
Experience in oncology pharmacy, clinical research, or investigational drug services
Strong working knowledge of oncology therapeutics and clinical trial operations

Nice To Haves

Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy (BCOP)
Prior Investigational Drug Services (IDS) experience
Experience with research/pharmacy systems (e.g., OnCore, Vestigo, Epic Research modules)
Experience in a large, multi-site, or multi-provider practice environment

Responsibilities

Oversee receipt, storage, preparation, dispensing, and disposal of investigational medications in compliance with protocol and regulatory requirements
Maintain full IP accountability including inventory logs, reconciliation, temperature monitoring, and required documentation
Ensure accurate labeling, blinding/unblinding, randomization, and protocol-specific handling
Coordinate drug returns and destruction with sponsors and CROs
Support sponsor monitoring visits, audits, and FDA inspections
Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), USP <797>/<800>, and institutional policies
Review clinical trial protocols, pharmacy manuals, and informed consent documents for medication-related content
Develop and maintain pharmacy-specific SOPs, study documentation, and research binders
Support IRB submissions, amendments, and regulatory correspondence as needed
Maintain audit-ready investigational drug service operations across all sites
Serve as the oncology and hematology medication expert for clinical trials
Provide guidance on dosing, administration, toxicity management, and supportive care
Evaluate drug interactions, compatibility, and protocol deviations
Support education for patients and staff related to investigational therapies as appropriate
Evaluate study feasibility from pharmacy, operational, and workflow perspectives
Collaborate with investigators, sponsors, and research leadership during study selection and activation
Develop study-specific workflows, order sets, and preparation guidelines
Participate in site initiation visits (SIVs)
Contribute to the expansion of clinical trial offerings and research capabilities across multiple sites
Serve as a liaison between research teams, infusion pharmacy, nursing, and clinical staff
Participate in protocol review committees, research meetings, and tumor boards as needed
Communicate effectively with sponsors, CROs, and internal stakeholders across locations
Identify and implement process improvements within investigational drug services
Maintain audit readiness across all research locations
Track deviations, CAPAs, and medication-related protocol issues
Support continuous improvement and scalability of research operations
Train pharmacy staff, nurses, and research personnel on investigational protocols and IP handling
Develop and maintain onboarding materials, competencies, and ongoing training resources