Clinical Pharmacist

Job Description

Job Description

Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Stage Clinical and Phase I IV Clinical Research services. 

We welcome individuals who want to be part of our growing organization. QPS is an innovative, dynamic organization that strives to employ talented, caring and committed employees who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life. QPS offers challenging and rewarding work in its four core business areas and support functions. Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation and accountability. Employees are encouraged to take responsibility and achieve their best, both as individuals and as team members.

The Job

The Clinical Pharmacist works closely with Principal Investigators and Clinical Operations leadership to support the safe and compliant conduct of clinical research studies. This role is responsible for the receipt, storage, preparation, dispensing, documentation, and accountability of investigational products used in clinical trials.

The Clinical Pharmacist ensures compliance with study protocols, FDA regulations, ICH/GCP guidelines, USP standards, and applicable state and local requirements. This position also supports pharmacy operations through inventory management, study drug tracking, documentation, and subject safety monitoring.

What you will do

• Receive, inspect, document, and maintain accountability for investigational products.
• Prepare, dispense, and reconcile study medications according to protocol requirements and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of study drug inventory, storage conditions, temperature monitoring, and accountability logs.
• Manage investigational product inventory, including retention and storage of study medications from completed studies as required.
• Support occasional compounding activities in accordance with protocol requirements and applicable USP standards.
• Follow study-specific randomization procedures and ensure proper dispensing of investigational products.
• Monitor, document, and communicate adverse events and medication-related concerns to the Principal Investigator and study team.
• Participate in protocol training and provide pharmacy-related training to research staff as needed.
• Assist with SOP maintenance and ensure pharmacy operations remain inspection-ready.
• Support sponsor visits, monitoring visits, audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Collaborate with clinical operations, investigators, sponsors, and other study personnel to support successful study execution.
• Report protocol deviations, compliance concerns, or pharmacy-related issues promptly to Clinical Operations leadership and the Principal Investigator.
• Execute clinical trials in compliance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA regulations, QA/QC procedures, OSHA guidelines, and applicable state and local regulations.

What we seek

• Active State Registered Pharmacist license required.
• Clinical research experience preferred.
• Experience in a hospital, clinical, or research pharmacy environment preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA, ICH, GCP, and applicable pharmacy regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative clinical research environment.
• Flexibility to support occasional weekend, holiday, or on-call study activities as needed.

Why QPS?

At QPS, you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to clinical research that helps bring new therapies to patients. We offer a collaborative work environment, meaningful career opportunities, and the chance to work alongside experienced clinical research professionals dedicated to advancing human health.

Location: Missouri (On-site)

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

QPS is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. QPS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. QPS conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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