Clinical Research Pharmacist
Listed compensation
$100-$115/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Clinical Research
Adams Clinical is a leading clinical trial site network committed to accelerating the development of life-changing medicines. Our mission is simple: deliver uncompromising data quality, safety, and diverse enrollment to advance healthcare. Our vision is to set the gold standard for clinical trial excellence.
We believe our people make the difference. Guided by our core values—Scientific Rigor, Operational Excellence, Commitment to Sponsors and Participants, and Authentic Collaboration—we create an environment where meaningful work drives meaningful change.
At Adams Clinical, You’ll Find
- A culture of respect, transparency, and continuous improvement
- Opportunities for professional growth and learning
- A team dedicated to improving lives through innovation and integrity
- If you’re passionate about making an impact in clinical research and want to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization, we’d love to have you on our team.
Job Role
The Clinical Research Pharmacist is responsible for managing and coordinating the investigational product (IP) operations for clinical research studies requiring complex preparation or aseptic technique.
This role ensures that pharmacy research activities are conducted in compliance with regulatory requirements, study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and USP standards.
The Pharmacist works closely with the Site Director, investigators, and blinded/unblinded study staff to support high-quality, safe, and ethical research.
Key Responsibilities
Investigational Product (IP) Preparation: Prepare, compound/reconstitute, and dispense IV infusions, subcutaneous injections, and oral medications in strict accordance with the study protocol and Pharmacy Manual.
Protocol & Blinding Adherence: Execute the site-specific Blinding Plan for randomized trials. Ensure that unblinded IP information (e. g., assignment, preparation details) is handled strictly in accordance with protocol to prevent unblinding of study staff or participants.
IVRS/IWRS Management: Navigate web-based Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems for subject randomization, kit assignment, and inventory management.
Accountability & Documentation: Maintain accurate IP Accountability Logs to ensure 100% traceability of all dispensed, returned, and destroyed product.
Inventory Management: Oversee receipt and storage across various conditions (Ambient, 2-8°C,
- 20°C,
- 80°C). Monitor continuous temperature logs and lead the resolution/reporting of temperature excursions.
Monitor Visits: Meet with Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) during monitoring visits to review pharmacy binders, drug accountability records, and resolve queries.
Support Audit Readiness: Maintain and organize pharmacy regulatory binders and study documentation in compliance with FDA, GCP, and Sponsor requirements.
Qualifications
Current and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Pharmacist in the state in which this position is posted required
This is a per-diem position of approximately 1-2 days per week with an average of 8-10 hours per week, with hours scheduled based on study visit windows and clinical needs.
- Strong knowledge of medication management, safety practices, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
- Confident with documenting information electronically in a variety of systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively with investigators, research coordinators, sponsors, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with investigational product management is a plus but not required.
- Pay: $100-115 per hour, commensurate with experience
- Location: Onsite (No potential for hybrid or remote)
Benefits
401(k) matching
Adams Clinical is committed to being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We focus on hiring and nurturing top talent.
All employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline, and termination, are made based on the candidate's or employee's qualifications relevant to the position.
These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.
In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired must, as a condition of employment, provide documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States and complete Form I-9 within the required timeframe. Adams Clinical participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 25% are remote, 50% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$224k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $211k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 4.8 / 10 · above average in pharmacy | ranked against 10,146 Pharmacy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $208k–$239k | Pharmacy median $128k (middle half $121k–$150k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$211k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in Massachusetts | 320 active | 10,306 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 25% remote · 50% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
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