Research Pharmacist

Us Oncology

2 months ago

Fairfax, VirginiaFull TimePharmacy

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Virginia Cancer Specialists as a Research Pharmacist in United States. Overview Are you looking for a career and not just a job in the Medical field? Virginia Cancer Specialists, an affiliate of McKesson Specialty Health and US Oncology, a leader in Cancer care, is seeking a Full Time Research Pharmacist for our Cancer Center in Fairfax, Virginia.

Key Responsibilities

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Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of pharmacy and current state licensure.

Position requires 3-6 years experience as a registered pharmacist.

Hospital experience required.

Oncology background preferred.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

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Key Skills

CompoundingDispensingClinical TrialsDrug AccountabilityQuality AssurancePharmacy RegulationsOncologyPatient ConsultationDrug PreparationInventory ManagementCompassionate UsePharmacy Manual GuidelinesOSHA GuidelinesProtocol ReviewTrainingBlinding Processes

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Research Pharmacist at Us Oncology a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Pharmacy pharmacist listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Pharmacy — Pharmacist Career Context

This Pharmacy position at Us Oncology is open to pharmacist candidates.

Pharmacists are expanding beyond traditional dispensing roles into clinical consulting, medication management, and remote pharmacy services.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Fairfax, Virginia.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Compounding, Dispensing, Clinical Trials, Drug Accountability, Quality Assurance, Pharmacy Regulations, Oncology, Patient Consultation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pharmacy role.

Core responsibilities: The Research Pharmacist will manage all aspects of clinical trials related to investigational products and ensure compliance with quality assurance and safety policies. They will also consult with medical staff regarding prescriptions and participate in securing compassionate use care for patients.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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