Pharmacy Technician

Parexel Early Phase Clinical Unit supports the development of innovative new medicines which are vital for public health, improving outcomes, and saving lives. The early phase and “first in human” trials are the first step in testing these novel treatments in humans.

At Parexel Glendale, CA unit the Pharmacy Technician will work alongside the Pharmacists and other technicians in a fast-paced environment to ensure that IP randomization schedules, dose preparations, and other applicable work product is reviewed and approved in a timely manner. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who is ready to take the next step in their pharmaceutical career by working in a unique setting, different from a typical pharmacy (e.g. hospital, retail).

Please note: this role is 100% onsite at our Glendale, CA unit (no remote work)

Your Activities:

• Ensures the availability of sufficient test and reference products for study execution.

• Ensures that IP is stored in compliance with the project protocol and EPCU SOP specifications

• Ensures that IP randomization schedules are received in a timely manner.

• Manages the preparation, labeling, and dispensing of IP for dosing in a manner that is in strict compliance with the project protocol, randomization schedule, EPCU SOPs, and any other applicable regulations.

• Manages and ensures the timely and accurate delivery/availability of IP for project dosing.

• Manages and ensures that clear documentation of IP receipt, IP preparation\dispensation, IP return to the pharmacy, and IP destruction/return to the Sponsor or designee. 

• Oversees the storage and archiving of IP study documentation.

• Ensures that IP is stored in a secure, locked location within the EPCU.

• Complies with EPCU Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practices, Good Pharmacy

• Participate in project/client meetings to represent pharmacy services as applicable.

• Participates in sponsor monitoring visits to represent the EPCU Pharmacy relative to project IP documentation and accountability.

• Supports existing and develops new pharmacy processes to ensure efficient operation of the pharmacy.

• The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all inclusive.

Your Profile:

• High School Matric Certificate with relevant work experience

• Active Pharmacy Technician license from California Board of Pharmacy 

• Sterile and/or nonsterile compounding experience required

• Highly Preferred: Working knowledge of sterile compounding

• At least 1 year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician 

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment 

Base Pay Range: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour

Actual salaries may vary within the range based on several factors including, but not limited to education, training, experience, professional achievement, and location.

In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for participation in Parexel’s annual performance-based bonus plan, annual salary review and additional total rewards incentives. Our talent acquisition team will provide additional details on our bonus plan or incentive programs for those eligible roles. For all eligible employees, we offer market leading benefit programs including paid time off, 401k match, life insurance, health insurance, and other benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of applicable plans.

Parexel is dedicated to supporting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, inclusive of veteran and military spouse talent. The skills and values you have developed are transferrable to meaningful careers at Parexel.

EEO Disclaimer

Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the United States includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.