DescriptionPHARMACOGENOMICS PHARMACIST-HSOMUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurology's Pharmacogenomics Program seeks to hire a Pharmacogenomics Pharmacist. The candidate will serve as a resource and content knowledge expert in clinical pharmacy, chronic disease therapeutic management and pharmacogenomics for clinicians, patients, and research participants.This position will support genomic medicine clinical and research initiatives, including (but not limited to): 1. The Alabama Genomic Health Initiative (AGHI): reconcile participant medication lists obtained from self-report, electronic medical records, and other outside sources, and communicate actionable pharmacogenetic recommendations to clinicians. Provide pharmacogenomics education and support to clinicians and study participants. 2. Electronic Medical Records and Genomics (eMERGE) Network: participate in standing network working groups, return polygenic risk results for common chronic conditions to providers and study participants, provide counseling and recommended actions for high risk results. 3. Implementing Genomics in Practice (IGNITE) Network: screen and recruit qualifying participants for the Genetic testing to Understand and Address Renal Disease Disparities across the US (GUARDD-US) study, return genetic risk information and pharmacogenetic results to participants and physicians to help guide future interventions and hypertensive medication recommendations. 4. The Clinical Pharmacogenomics Service: work collaboratively with investigators, clinicians, and clinical informatics to enable the effective deployment of pharmacogenomics into UAB medicine.Key Roles & Responsibilities To understand the implications of genetic variations in the metabolism of certain medications.To manage individual therapeutic plans based on genetic phenotype testing.To support the goals of the Alabama Genomic Health Initiative (AGHI) and serve as a resource and content knowledge expert in pharmacogenomics for both clinicians and AGHI participants.To review pharmacogenetic test results, reconcile participant medication lists obtained from self-report, electronic medical records, and other outside sources, and communicate actionable pharmacogenetic recommendations to clinicians.To work collaboratively with AGHI investigators, clinicians, and clinical informatics to enable the effective deployment of pharmacogenomics into UAB Family Medicine.Maintains proficiency in medication and disease management, as well as a thorough understanding of the medications, clinical conditions, current treatment guidelines, and pharmacogenomic recommendations.Participates in the screening, recruitment, data collection, return-of-results, and education for multiple genomic-focused research projects.Collaborates with investigators, including those at UAB and partner institutions, UAB providers, genetic counselors, and UAB HSIS to refine methods used for returning results to participants and providers based on feedback.Provides education to clinicians, patients, and study participants regarding the appropriate use and/or interpretation of pharmacogenomic test results.Reviews pharmacogenomic test results, identifies significant gene-drug interactions, and assists prescribers with interpretation, drug selection, and dosing recommendations.Maintains regular and predictable attendance and participates in on-call rotation, providing timely pharmacogenomic consultations.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics Strong written and verbal communication skillsCritical thinking skillsStrong interpersonal skillsWorking knowledge of pharmacogenetic resources/guidelinesAbility to multi-taskAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCompensation & Salary RangeThis position is assigned to Wage Grade W.G.420 with a full Compensation-approved range of $104,045-$169,045 annually (midpoint $135,260).Final offers will be made within this grade range based on the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, and the department’s budgeted amount for the role. Applicants whose stated salary expectations fall outside the posted grade range may not be considered.QualificationsEducationBachelor s degree in PharmacyAnd two (2) years of related experience required.Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.Currently licensed as a Licensed Pharmacist by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) required.UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.Job Field: PharmacyOrganization: 311500000 Neurology Chair OfficeEmployee Status: Regular
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