Director of Pharmacy Programs

Job Overview
Manage the Pharmacy department staff, regulatory compliance, and pharmaceutical aspects of clinical studies including project management and client interaction.

Essential Functions
• Manage operational aspects of the Pharmacy facility in accordance with applicable guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), regulations and policies. Manage the department budget and ensure achievement of financial targets. Assist with the daily operations of the pharmacy.
• Manage staff in accordance with organization’s policies and applicable regulations.  Responsibilities include recruitment, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance and guiding professional development; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing employee relations issues and resolving problems.  Approve actions on human resources matters.
• Develop and implement appropriate staff training programs to meet the needs of the business and continued professional development of staff.
• Ensure that safety and quality standards are met on all studies. Manage client interaction on pharmaceutical matters.
• Manage Pharmacy contracts, service level, and, where applicable, technical agreements with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Contribute and to the continuous improvement of department operations. Implement initiatives developed by senior management.
• Maintain required certifications. Attend educational and training events as required.

Qualifications
• Associate's Degree or higher
• 6 years relevant experience including 2 years experience in a leadership capacity; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
• In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical principals and practices
• Working knowledge of applicable Quality Assurance guidelines, i.e., Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• In-depth knowledge of applicable regulations
• In-depth knowledge of applicable study SOPs
• Working knowledge of drug development process
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Effective skill in using MS Office applications, i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel
• Ability to focus on detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients
•  Applicable certifications and licenses as required by country, state, and/or other regulatory bodies    Req

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