Research Pharmacy Professional

University Staff

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:
School of Pharmacy - Department of Clinical Pharmacy

Job Title: Research Pharmacy Professional

Position #: - Requisition #:38513

The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Colorado is seeking a Research Pharmacy Professional to join the CU Research Pharmacy (CURP) on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This role offers the opportunity to support innovative clinical research by managing study medications, compounding prescriptions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating directly with investigators, research teams, and patients. The Research Pharmacy Professional plays a key part in maintaining accurate inventory and billing systems, while also contributing to research, teaching, and service activities that go beyond the scope of a typical pharmacy technician.

This is an exciting chance to advance your pharmacy career in a dynamic, research-driven environment where precision, compliance, and customer service are at the forefront.

• Support the operations of the CU Research Pharmacy by managing study medication inventory, data entry, billing, and accurate documentation of services.
• Prepare, compound, and dispense sterile and non-sterile investigational drugs in compliance with state, federal, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with research investigators, study teams, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance, accurate study protocols, and patient safety.
• Assist with audits, inspections, and reporting for regulatory and compliance entities including FDA, DEA, and COMIRB.
• Teach and mentor pharmacy students, trainees, and research personnel in compounding, investigational drug handling, and compliance practices.
• Contribute to research activities by supporting study design, formulation needs, and investigational drug preparation for both human and animal studies.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts, quality assurance programs, and professional service activities that advance the mission of the School.

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

The University of Colorado's Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned School of Pharmacy and a top tier school (ranked #20/top 15% out of 143 pharmacy schools in the country). At the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, we are committed to excellence and innovation in professional, graduate, and post‑graduate education;

scholarship and research; patient‑centered care; public health advocacy; and societal leadership and engagement. Together, our innovation, discoveries and engagement with our communities improves the health and well‑being of society.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options
• Dental:
  Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance:
  Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan:
  Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off:
  Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit:
  Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass:
  Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

• Bachelor's degree in pharmaceutical sciences or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year of experience as a pharmacy technician in hospital or community pharmacy operations.
• Current, valid certification or provisional certification as a Pharmacy Technician from the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Experience related to investigational drug products and/or investigational trials.
• Experience with compounding.

• Ability to communicate…