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San Diego, CA
Artemis Institute for Clinical Research
Full-time | Onsite (no opportunities for hybrid or remote)

If you're a Pharmacy Technician who values precision, compliance, patient safety, and collaborative clinical environments, Artemis San Diego may be the right next step in your career.

Our San Diego site is known for its strong operational infrastructure, experienced research teams, and commitment to advancing metabolic and immunologic research through high-quality clinical trials. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with investigational products and contribute to studies that support the development of innovative therapies.

• Exposure to complex investigational product management within clinical research
• Collaborative environment with experienced investigators, coordinators, and clinical staff
• Strong operational support, SOPs, and compliance-focused processes
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful metabolic and immunologic studies
• Backing of a growing research network with resources and long-term stability

The Pharmacy Technician plays a key role in the successful execution of clinical trials by ensuring the safe, accurate, and compliant handling of investigational products (IP). Working under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or certified technician (as applicable), this individual will be responsible for receiving, storing, preparing, dispensing, documenting, and managing investigational drugs in accordance with study protocols, GCP/ICH regulations, and institutional SOPs. This role may also support administrative and data entry activities related to the conduct of clinical research.

• Investigational Product (IP) Management
  • Receive, store, prepare, and dispense investigational products according to protocol, pharmacy manual, and regulatory requirements.
  • Use IWRS/IRT systems to log shipments, assign IP, and perform returns or destructions per study-specific guidance.
  • Maintain accurate inventory logs, temperature records, and expiration tracking for all IP and supplies.
  • Monitor and respond to temperature excursions, discrepancies, or deviations per SOP.
  • Perform aseptic preparations where required, following sterile technique protocols.
  • Manage IP accountability documentation, including blinded and unblinded logs and reconciliation.
  • Ensure all investigational product storage complies with GCP and institutional policies (double-locked, secure, labeled, etc.).
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Maintain audit-ready records of all pharmacy activities, including temperature logs, equipment calibrations, and IP logs.
  • Create and manage pharmacy study binders with updated regulatory and protocol-specific content.
  • Adhere to ALCOA-C principles (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate, Complete, and Consistent) in documentation practices.
  • Participate in unblinded or blinded monitoring visits, providing relevant pharmacy documentation.
• Administrative & Operational Support
  • Assist with scheduling and performing protocol-specific assessments (e.g., memory assessments, vital signs, specimen collection support).
  • Perform data entry in eCRFs according to protocol and system-specific guidelines.
  • Support query resolution, documentation scanning, and other clerical duties (e.g., faxing, reminder calls).
  • Order pharmacy-related supplies and assist with equipment upkeep and calibrations.
  • Provide pharmacy support to other team members and backfill duties during absences.
• Communication & Collaboration
  • Maintain clear, professional communication with study coordinators, monitors, sponsors, and clinical staff.
  • Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay updated on protocols, SOPs, and compliance standards.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

• Completion of a recognized Pharmacy Technician program preferred.
• Registration with relevant state or provincial licensing body (e.g., College of Pharmacists of BC) required where applicable.
• Current certification in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and/or willingness to complete GCP training.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician, preferably in a clinical research or hospital setting.
• Experience with IWRS/IRT systems, inventory control, and investigational product handling preferred.
• Familiarity with Phase I-IV clinical trials and regulatory requirements an asset.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic data capture systems.
• Ability to follow protocols, SOPs, and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work independently or as part of a team.
• Professionalism, reliability, and commitment to patient safety and data integrity.

Artemis Institute for Clinical Research - San Diego brings together an award-winning team and a strong commitment to its core purpose and values to deliver a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to clinical research. Having conducted more than 315 successful trials across over 20 therapeutic areas, the site has earned a reputation for excellence and reliability. Artemis San Diego partners with sponsors and CROs to advance innovative therapies while upholding the highest standards of quality, professionalism, and care.