General role description

Clinical Pharmacists working in Contract Research Organisations (CROs) or pharmaceutical and biotech companies play a key role in managing investigational products used in clinical trials. They ensure that trial medications are stored, handled and dispensed safely and in line with all regulatory requirements.

These pharmacists review study protocols, advise on the feasibility of medication-related aspects, support trial site staff, and help ensure the organisations running the trial meet their obligations for the proper use of investigational drugs.

This role suits pharmacists with an interest in clinical research, product development and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Review clinical trial protocols and advise on medication-related feasibility and safety
• Support the setup and oversight of investigational product supply and logistics
• Ensure correct handling, storage, labelling, and dispensing procedures for study medications
• Maintain documentation for investigational product accountability, inventory, temperature monitoring and returns
• Liaise with trial sponsors (i.e. the companies funding the trial), CRO project teams, and clinical sites on pharmacy-related matters
• Make sure all processes for handling study medications follow research standards, safety rules, and government regulations