The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering access to cutting edge trials throughout the US and Europe. Today, with over 1,300 studies completed, and with research facilities in the United States and in Spain, Portugal, and Ireland, START’s mission is to accelerate the development of new anticancer drugs that will improve the quality of life and survival for patients with cancer and lead to its eventual cure. To date, over 45 therapies conducted at START locations have obtained FDA/EMA approval. Incredibly, while Academic Medical Centers (AMCs) conduct 80% of cancer trials, such trials reach only 20% of the patient population – leaving the majority of patients who are treated in community practices and hospitals without access to a clinical trial when their care journey calls for one. START serves the many – by bringing cancer trials to physicians and their patients in community hospitals and practices when hope is needed most. 

We are hiring a Per Diem – Pharmacist, Investigational Drug Section for our clinic in Long Island, NY

Address: 450 Lakeville Road, Lake Success, NY 11042 

This position offers competitive compensation of $70–$80 per hour, reflecting the expertise and value you’ll bring to our team.

Position Summary:
Join our Investigational Drug Service (IDS) team as a Per Diem Pharmacist, Investigational Drug Section. In this role, you will oversee all aspects of medication order verification, dispensing, and documentation for investigational drugs, conventional chemotherapy, and supportive care medications. You will provide pharmaceutical care, including patient interviews, medication education, and drug information for healthcare teams and patients. This position requires a high degree of autonomy and adherence to IDS SOPs and quality assurance guidelines.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Verify medication orders for accuracy, including dosages, calculations, and patient eligibility criteria.
• Oversee preparation and dispensing of medications, ensuring compliance with double-check verification processes.
• Provide patient counseling and drug information to healthcare teams.
• Maintain effective communication and foster a positive, professional environment.
• Manage drug inventories, documentation, and accountability for investigational and conventional medications.
• Review new protocols and amendments; maintain accurate reports using IDS systems.
• Ensure accurate EMR entries and maintain licensure and competency requirements.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of sterile compounding (USP <797>, USP <800>) and chemotherapy handling.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, EMR systems, pharmacy software, and IRT systems.
• Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Education & Experience:

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy.
• Current New York pharmacist license in good standing.
• Minimum two years of hospital/clinic pharmacy experience.
• Sterile compounding & chemotherapy certification required.
• Preferred: Clinical trial experience, oncology specialty residency, and/or BCOP certification.

Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?

Join us in our mission to conquer cancer, one clinical trial at a time. Your expertise and dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide. Please submit your application online.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.