Alcanza Clinical Research

Inclusive clinical trials for diverse patients

Investigational Product Coordinator

PharmacyUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeKansas City, MO, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An associate’s degree and 1+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
A Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential is required.
Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, and web applications is required.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to work independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, management, and external customers are required.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills are required.
The ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and adapt to changes in workload and priorities is required.
Professionalism, respect for others, self-motivation, a strong work ethic, integrity, and dependability are required.
The ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems, and implement solutions is required.
The ability to handle highly sensitive information confidentially and professionally, in compliance with HIPAA guidelines, is required.

Responsibilities

Integrate investigational medication use, pharmacy workflow, subject medication safety activities, and regulatory standards.
Coordinate and advise site staff on drug distribution services for investigational medications.
Identify and justify needs for additional resources or redeploy resources in new ways to meet needs.
Prepare and label investigational medications when required, dispense them, and provide drug-related information and education to subjects and site staff.
Dispense controlled substances as part of research studies; maintain appropriate inventory records and documentation of receipt; and ensure proper storage conditions.
Ensure safety and care for research subjects as it relates to investigational medication preparation and dispensing.
Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills-competency requirements to support professional growth and development.
Support department-based goals that contribute to organizational success.
Serve as a mentor and resource to less-experienced staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus.

Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research company with a network of locations in AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, VA, SC, TN, TX and Puerto Rico. We have established a strong presence across Phase I-IV studies and several therapeutic areas including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine. Join us as we continue to grow.

The Investigational Product Coordinator is responsible for preparing and dispensing study drug, providing drug-related information to subjects and staff in compliance with GCP, ICH, HIPAA, FDA, USP 797, USP 800, state Boards of Pharmacy, and company SOPs.

Essential Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Lead Research Pharmacist (or similar) and the Principal/Sub Investigators, conducts the following according to study protocol, company processes & procedures, and in compliance with GCP, ICH, HIPPA, FDA, USP 797, USP 800, state Boards of Pharmacy and company SOPs:

Integration of investigational medication use, pharmacy workflow, subject medication safety activities and regulatory standards;
Coordinating, and advising site staff on drug distribution services for investigational medications;
Identify and justify needs for additional resources, or redeploying resources in new ways to meet needs;
Prepares, labels (if required) and dispenses investigational medications, and provides drug-related information and education for subjects and site staff;
Dispenses controlled substances as part of a research study. Maintains appropriate inventory records, documentation of receipt and ensures proper storage conditions
Ensures safety and care for all research subjects as it relates to investigational medication preparation and dispensing;
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as mentor and resource to less experienced staff
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: An associate’s degree and 1+ years’ related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential is required. Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) proficiency is a plus.

Required Skills:

Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, web applications,
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, management, and external customers.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities.
Must be professional, respectful of others, self-motivated, and have a strong work ethic.
Must possess a high degree of integrity and dependability.
Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems and implement solutions.
Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner, and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

About the Company

Alcanza Clinical Research

Inclusive clinical trials for diverse patients

Alcanza Clinical Research conducts inclusive clinical trials by partnering with pharmaceutical companies, medical providers, and community organizations to enroll diverse patient populations across major therapeutic areas. Its studies follow established protocols with certified research professionals to ensure patient safety and data integrity, while participants may receive health tests and access to emerging treatments at no cost. The company differentiates itself through active community collaboration, broad patient diversity, and education alongside trial execution, expanding trial reach. Its goal is to speed the development of new therapies by removing participation barriers and delivering high-quality, diverse clinical research.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Lake Mary, FL
Founded: 2021

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