IQVIA Posted October 27, 2026

Investigational Drug Services (IDS) Pharmacist, On-site

San Antonio, United States Full time
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About this opportunity

The team within NEXT Oncology (an Avacare Business) is seeking a dedicated IDS Pharmacist to join our Fairfax, VA Clinical Research Sites focused on Phase 1 Oncology trials. This is a fully on-site position supporting investigational drug services in a fast-paced, patient-centered research environment. The IDS Pharmacist plays a critical role in ensuring protocol integrity, patient safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the conduct of clinical trials.

Key Responsibilities

Protocol Compliance: Review protocols, amendments, and study-specific documentation; attend site initiation visits; ensure accurate medication screening and documentation.

Medication Dispensing & Preparation: Verify dosing accuracy, oversee compounding of investigational products (IP), and ensure compliance with USP and .

IP Management & Accountability: Maintain inventory, manage drug receipt and returns, ensure proper documentation in Vestigo, and support monitoring visits.

Administrative & Supervisory Duties: Supervise IDS technicians, maintain SOP compliance, support audits, and contribute to staff training and performance evaluations.

Education & Training: Orient new staff and maintain required certifications and licenses.

Data & Document Management: Upload and manage protocol documentation and staff credentials in eDOCs and Vestigo.

Minimum Requirements

Current Pharmacy License in Texas or Virginia (required)

Pharmacy Preceptor License (preferred)

IV Certification (preferred)

Chemotherapy Certification (preferred)

Strong knowledge of GCP, GMP, USP and , and clinical trial regulations

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform duties requiring manual dexterity and extended periods of sitting/standing

Why Join Us?

At NEXT Oncology, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team advancing cancer research and patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with leading investigators and contribute meaningfully to clinical trials in a supportive and collaborative environment.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at  https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $57,700.00 - $209,800.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Clinical Research
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
San Antonio, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Clinical Research role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 324 comparable Clinical Research roles across 25 biopharma companies.

324Comparable roles tracked
298Currently active
25Companies hiring similar roles
43Countries represented

Salary context

79 of 324 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject $57,700/yr – $209,800/yr
Lowest disclosed · Lab Assistant · IQVIA $25,300/yr – $52,700/yr
Highest disclosed · Senior Director, Head of Study Start Up · Merck KGaA $298,700/yr – $465,900/yr
Peer group range $39,000 – $382,300 (median $136,000)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 324 comparable roles

United States92
China40
United Kingdom28
Canada16
Brazil11
Netherlands10

+ 37 more countries

Seniority mix

219 of 324 peers have a known seniority level

Associate92
Senior56
Manager43
Senior Director8
Associate Director6
Principal6
Director4
Executive/VP2
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc2

Therapeutic area mix

21 of 324 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Oncology14
Cardiovascular / CVRM2
Immunology2
Vaccines & Infectious Disease1
Neuroscience1
Dermatology & Aesthetics1

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