7 Pharmacists jobs in Kenya
Remote Pharmacist
Posted 19 days ago
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- Dispensing prescription medications accurately and efficiently.
- Verifying the accuracy and appropriateness of prescriptions, checking for potential drug interactions and contraindications.
- Providing comprehensive patient counseling on medication usage, side effects, and storage.
- Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local pharmacy laws and regulations.
- Collaborating with healthcare providers to clarify prescription details and recommend alternative therapies when necessary.
- Maintaining accurate and confidential patient records.
- Monitoring medication therapy and reporting any adverse drug events.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in pharmaceuticals and healthcare.
- Participating in quality assurance initiatives and contributing to process improvements.
A valid Pharmacist license in Kenya is mandatory. A Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution is required. Previous experience as a practicing pharmacist is essential, with experience in a dispensing or clinical role being highly advantageous. Strong knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, and drug compounding is critical. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient counseling skills are paramount. Proficiency in using pharmacy management software and electronic health record systems is necessary. The ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain a high level of accuracy in a remote environment is crucial. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice pharmacy and make a significant impact on patient health remotely.
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Responsibilities:
- Provide expert clinical pharmacy services, including medication therapy management and patient counseling.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate pharmacy policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines.
- Oversee medication reconciliation and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to optimize drug therapy regimens.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and patient care conferences.
- Mentor and precept pharmacy residents and students.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives related to pharmacy practice.
- Stay current with pharmaceutical research, drug information, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage and dispense medications in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
- Contribute to formulary management and drug use evaluations.
- Ensure efficient and safe operation of pharmacy services in a remote context.
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited institution.
- Current and unrestricted pharmacist license.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in clinical pharmacy practice.
- Completion of a PGY-1 residency is highly desirable, PGY-2 specialty residency preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutics.
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Experience in medication safety and quality improvement initiatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks in a remote setting.
- Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and pharmacy information systems.
Senior Pharmacist - Quality Assurance (Remote)
Posted today
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Principal Pharmacist - Remote Clinical Services
Posted 11 days ago
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Remote Senior Pharmacist - Clinical Services
Posted 21 days ago
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Lead Medicinal Chemist - Oncology Drug Development
Posted 21 days ago
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The Lead Medicinal Chemist will be responsible for:
- Designing and synthesizing novel small molecules with potential therapeutic activity against cancer targets.
- Leading collaborative efforts with biologists, pharmacologists, and other scientists to define drug discovery strategies.
- Optimizing lead compounds for potency, selectivity, pharmacokinetic properties, and safety.
- Managing external contract research organizations (CROs) for synthesis and library generation.
- Staying abreast of the latest advancements in medicinal chemistry, oncology research, and drug discovery technologies.
- Developing and implementing innovative synthetic strategies.
- Analyzing and interpreting complex chemical and biological data.
- Contributing to the preparation of intellectual property filings (patents) and regulatory documents.
- Mentoring and guiding junior chemists within the drug discovery team.
- Presenting research findings at internal meetings and external scientific conferences.
- Troubleshooting synthetic challenges and developing alternative routes.
- Collaborating with computational chemists to leverage structure-based drug design.
- Ensuring the highest standards of laboratory practices and data integrity.
- Managing project timelines and resources effectively.
The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry, with a strong publication record and a demonstrated history of successful drug discovery contributions. A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in medicinal chemistry, with a significant focus on oncology drug discovery, is essential. Deep expertise in synthetic organic chemistry, reaction optimization, and purification techniques is required. Proven experience in hit-to-lead and lead optimization campaigns is mandatory. Excellent understanding of drug discovery principles, structure-activity relationships (SAR), and ADMET properties is critical. Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills are necessary for effective collaboration within a remote team environment. Experience with common medicinal chemistry software and databases is highly desirable. This role requires a highly motivated, creative, and results-driven scientist committed to advancing cancer therapies.
Senior Lead Scientist, Drug Discovery - Oncology
Posted 21 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple drug discovery projects within the oncology therapeutic area, from target identification through to lead optimization.
- Design and execute innovative experimental strategies to validate novel oncology targets and therapeutic approaches.
- Oversee the development and implementation of cutting-edge assays and screening platforms to identify and characterize potential drug candidates.
- Critically analyze complex biological data, interpret results, and make data-driven decisions to advance projects.
- Mentor and guide a team of scientists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance research environment.
- Prepare high-quality scientific reports, publications, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including medicinal chemistry, DMPK, toxicology, and clinical development, to ensure seamless project progression.
- Manage external collaborations with academic institutions and contract research organizations (CROs).
- Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape in oncology drug discovery.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the company's oncology pipeline and research programs.
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a related life science discipline.
- Minimum of 10 years of post-doctoral research experience in oncology drug discovery, with a significant portion in a leadership or senior scientific role.
- Demonstrated expertise in the biology of cancer, including key signaling pathways, tumor microenvironment, and immunotherapy.
- Proven track record of successfully identifying and advancing novel oncology drug candidates.
- Extensive experience with a variety of drug discovery techniques, including cell-based assays, target validation, high-throughput screening, and in vivo pharmacology models.
- Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong publication record.
- Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, with experience using relevant scientific software.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects effectively, and thrive in a dynamic, remote research setting.
- Experience with small molecule inhibitors, antibody-drug conjugates, or other targeted therapies is highly desirable.
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