Title:  Compounding Pharmacist

Job Title: Compounding Pharmacist

Location: Cherry Hill, NJ

Job Type: Full-time

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We are seeking a talented and Compounding Pharmacist will support the Associate Director of Operations and is responsible for supervising production operations of Compounded Sterile Preparations by implementing and maintaining Sterile Compounding policies/strategies in alignment with all regulatory authorities/guidance's and Hikma Corporate plans and policies. The Compounding Pharmacist will also evaluate any possible significant trends across the site and help drive continuous improvement efforts to adhere to regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to batch records and aseptic techniques.
• Monitor Compounding personnel for compliance with gowning, behavior and aseptic technique.
• Conduct Investigations for manufacturing deviations.
• Execute CAPAs & Change Controls.
• Provide Aseptic Training
• Provide oversight of compounding and production activities, ensuring compliance with the FDA CFR, including cGMP and DEA regulations, as well as State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.
• Keep abreast of relevant guidance documents pertaining to 503B production.
• Monitor and communicate changes in regulations of all state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Assist in new 503B product development, including collaborating on labeling, stability study protocols, Master Batch Records, and product specification requirements ensuring compliance with all company procedures and federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Attain all non-resident Pharmacist licenses within 1 year.

• Assist the Associate Director of Compounding Operations in daily oversight of compounding personnel and compounding operations in cleanroom environments.
• Review, prepare and approve manufacturing deviations, master batch records and site change controls related to 503B Compounding Operations.
• Participate in the administration of Site Projects and New Product Launches to support 503B operations.
• Assist in the development and provision of GMP, Aseptic Behavior, and Quality Systems-related training to all applicable departments.
• Provide technical support in the interactions with and applications to state and federal regulatory bodies.
• Provide assistance in collection of documents and records regarding state licensing and renewals for state boards of pharmacy.
• Assist in writing, review and update of batch records, SOPs, and other cGMP documents.
• Maintain current pharmacist licenses in required states, as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table.  While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• State of New Jersey license as a pharmacist is required. Multiple state licenses preferred or ability to obtain state license for the following (AL, AR, ID, KS, MI, MS, NV, NY, OH, OK, KY, VA).
• 503B Compounding experience and/or USP 797 knowledge and experience required.
• Knowledge of sterile compounding practices.
• Knowledge of associated standards and operating procedures in relation to cGMP.
• Knowledge of 503B practices, aseptic processes (gowning, garbing, gloving etc.)
• A broad perspective to organize objectives, both long-term and day-to-day activities

Experience and Skills :

• Pharmacist for a 503B outsourcing facility located in New Jersey preferred
• New Jersey licensure is required, as well as the ability to obtain multiple state licenses.
• Previous experience with 503B outsourcing, USP 797, and/or hospital IV compounding would be an advantage.
• The ability to change direction and focus to meet shifting organizational and business demands.
• The ability to create and contribute to an environment that values people encourages trust, teamwork, and open communication, and provides participation, learning, feedback and recognition.
• The ability to effectively manage self, demonstrate integrity, be productive under pressure, and achieve development goals.
• The ability to take strategic objectives and accept accountability, motivate and influence others, think globally, and leverage diversity.
• The ability to manage multiple resources and be accurate and current with data and information.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel

Compensation:

Base Salary: $ 66,600 to $ 133,750 annually.  The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

What We Offer*:

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay.  Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date).  Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment.  Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Recruiters:

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions.  In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.