Epic Beacon Clinical Pharmacist - UVA Health Investigative Drug Services (Hybrid)

Bring your clinical pharmacy expertise to a newly created role at the intersection of oncology research, investigational therapies, and Epic Beacon innovation. In this role, you will work hand in hand with the Oncology Research Teams and UVA Health Oncology IDS to help translate complex research protocols into accurate, operational treatment plans, supporting the timely activation of oncology studies and expanding access to emerging therapies.

This highly flexible hybrid opportunity is designed for a pharmacist with oncology, Beacon, or Epic build experience who thrives in a collaborative research environment. You will become a dedicated resource for Beacon treatment-plan development and validation while partnering with an experienced oncology research team committed to advancing patient care.

The Role

Based within the Oncology Investigational Drug Services team at the Emily Couric Cancer Center Pharmacy, you will focus on building, reviewing, and validating Epic Beacon treatment and supportive-care plans for adult oncology research studies. This role requires clinical judgment, technical precision, and the ability to coordinate effectively across interconnected research and clinical workflows.

Your average day may include:

• Reviewing draft Beacon treatment plans submitted by clinical research coordinators. 

• Comparing treatment and supportive-care plans with study protocols to ensure alignment. 

• Verifying medications, laboratory requirements, premedications, timing, nursing instructions, and other protocol-driven components. 

• Preparing accurate plans for the next stage of the build and approval process. 

• Troubleshooting Beacon orders and helping colleagues navigate treatment-plan workflow issues. 

• Supporting oncology studies that do not fit neatly within traditional Investigational Drug Services workflows. 

• Collaborating with investigators, nurses, clinical research coordinators, pharmacists, builders, and other study stakeholders. 

• Potentially supporting treatment-plan needs involving the stem cell transplant team. 

You will join a collaborative Oncology Investigational Drug Services group that manages a broad portfolio of active adult oncology studies. Because research protocols and study dependencies can evolve, success requires adaptability, thoughtful communication, comfort incorporating feedback, and the ability to maintain accuracy amid changing information.

The position follows a Monday-Friday hybrid schedule, with approximately one to two on-site days per month anticipated. During your first 6 to 12 months, you will build familiarity with Oncology Investigational Drug Services operations, study-processing workflows, templates, and review requirements, progressing toward independent ownership of studies and Beacon-related work.

Why UVA Health

At UVA Health, clinical care, research, education, and community impact come together within a public academic health system committed to transforming health and inspiring hope. This role offers the opportunity to apply pharmacy expertise to advanced oncology research while helping promising studies become operational more efficiently.

What makes this opportunity distinctive:

• A newly created position with dedicated ownership of a strategically important oncology research workflow.

• The opportunity to help reduce the time between protocol review approval and study activation.

• Exposure to advanced investigational cancer therapies that may shape future clinical practice.

• A specialized career path combining clinical pharmacy, oncology research, Epic Beacon, and technology-enabled workflow improvement.

• Collaboration with an experienced, supportive team of oncology pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

• A highly flexible hybrid structure that supports focused technical work while maintaining meaningful connection with clinical and research partners.

• The opportunity to develop deeper expertise in Beacon treatment-plan building, validation, and research operations.

• A direct connection between the quality and efficiency of your work and the availability of oncology studies for patients.

Candidates may bring deep oncology and infusion experience, strong Epic or IT build expertise, or a combination of both. The team values the overall relevance of your clinical and technical background, along with your ability to collaborate across disciplines, respond constructively to feedback, and navigate the complexity of research operations.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville combines the energy and cultural depth of a university community with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Central Virginia’s natural beauty. Healthcare professionals and their families can enjoy independent restaurants, arts and music venues, local shopping, outdoor recreation, and a range of city, neighborhood, and surrounding-county living options. It is a welcoming setting for building both a meaningful career and a full life outside of work.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. from an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy required. 

Experience: No experience required. PGY-1 residency or equivalent clinical experience preferred.  Preferred experience working with and creating Epic Beacon plans.

Licensure: Virginia State Board of Pharmacy License or within 60 days of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job requires sitting for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: typing. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.