PHARMACOGENOMICS PHARMACIST-HSOM

Pharmacogenomics Pharmacist-HSOM

University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurology's Pharmacogenomics Program seeks to hire a Pharmacogenomics Pharmacist. The candidate will serve as a resource and content knowledge expert in clinical pharmacy, chronic disease therapeutic management and pharmacogenomics for clinicians, patients, and research participants. This position will support genomic medicine clinical and research initiatives, including (but not limited to): The Alabama Genomic Health Initiative (AGHI), Electronic Medical Records and Genomics (eMERGE) Network, Implementing Genomics in Practice (IGNITE) Network, and The Clinical Pharmacogenomics Service. Key roles and responsibilities include understanding the implications of genetic variations in the metabolism of certain medications, managing individual therapeutic plans based on genetic phenotype testing, supporting the goals of the Alabama Genomic Health Initiative (AGHI), reviewing pharmacogenetic test results, collaborating with AGHI investigators, clinicians, and clinical informatics, maintaining proficiency in medication and disease management, participating in genomic-focused research projects, providing education to clinicians, patients, and study participants regarding the appropriate use and/or interpretation of pharmacogenomic test results, reviewing pharmacogenomic test results, identifying significant gene-drug interactions, and assisting prescribers with interpretation, drug selection, and dosing recommendations. Knowledge, skills, abilities, and work characteristics include strong written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking skills, strong interpersonal skills, working knowledge of pharmacogenetic resources/guidelines, ability to multi-task, analytical skills, and organizational skills. Compensation and salary range is assigned to Wage Grade W.G.420 with a full compensation-approved range of $104,045-$169,045 annually (midpoint $135,260). Final offers will be made within this grade range based on the candidate's qualifications, internal equity, and the department's budgeted amount for the role.