Pharmacist

About the Role

Africa Clinical Research Network (ACRN) is seeking a highly skilled and compliance-driven Clinical Pharmacist 1 (Research Pharmacist) to oversee investigational product (IP) management across our growing clinical trial portfolio.

This role is central to ensuring the safe, secure, and compliant handling of investigational products in accordance with GPP, ICH-GCP, sponsor protocols, and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will play a critical role in safeguarding IP integrity, accountability, and traceability throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.

What You'll Do

• Supporting the receipt, verification, and secure storage of investigational products
• Assisting with temperature monitoring and ensuring storage conditions remain within required ranges
• Providing dispensing support in line with study protocols and under supervision where required
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and assisting with stock reconciliation
• Supporting investigational product accountability and documentation processes
• Assisting in identifying, documenting, and escalating deviations
• Contributing to audit and inspection readiness activities
• Supporting proper filing, record management, and archiving
• Collaborating with the lead pharmacist and wider study team to ensure smooth operations
• Stepping in to provide operational coverage when required

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or equivalent
• Current registration and good standing with the Pharmacy Council of Zimbabwe

Required Experience

• 1–3 years’ experience in a pharmacy or healthcare setting (early-career candidates are encouraged to apply)
• Knowledge of Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) is an added advantage.
• Application Deadline: 13 April 2025