Senior Compounding Pharmacist

$300,000 - $400,000

Full-time / Onsite

About The Role

The Senior Compounding Pharmacist at Aequita will serve as the subject matter expert in compounding project management, ensuring all projects meet regulatory standards, quality expectations, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of 503A regulations, quality assurance practices, and project management methodologies, with a proven ability to guide teams through complex regulatory environments. This role is pivotal in pharmacy and company goals by overseeing the successful operations of a fully compliant department. Key responsibilities include maintaining facility and equipment standards, ensuring safety, upholding product quality, optimizing manufacturing efficiency, and managing quality systems in line with regulatory requirements. The Compounding Pharmacist will report directly to the Pharmacist in Charge.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all compounding activities are in full compliance with 503A regulations, quality standards, and industry best practices. This role requires a strong background in both project management and regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical compounding space.

Who You Are

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited institution
• 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical compounding, with a deep focus on 503A operations
• Extensive experience in managing and optimizing compounding quality systems and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Deep understanding and experience in USP 797 guidelines and manual aseptic manipulations
• Washington Pharmacist LIcense in good standing
• Board certified Sterile Compounding pharmacist certification preferred.
• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role within compounding operations
• Familiarity with laboratory and compounding equipment used in both 503A settings

What You'll Do

• Serve as the subject matter expert for sterile compounding, offering expert guidance to internal teams and leadership on best practices, industry standards, and regulatory compliance
• Lead and manage 503A sterile compounding projects from inception through to completion, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance with relevant regulations
• Leverage deep technical knowledge of 503A compounding regulations and best practices to provide guidance and solve complex problems within compounding operations
• Provide expert input on regulatory and quality issues that arise during compounding operations, helping teams navigate complex regulatory frameworks, including FDA regulations and USP
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives in response to non-conformance issues, making recommendations for process improvements to prevent recurrence
• Perform Mixer, Filler, Assistant, or any technician duties as needed
• QA reports/investigations as assigned
• Participate in regulatory audits
• Draft SOPS revisions, process validation, draft a master compounding record, Process Validation etc
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of Pharmacy Operations or the PIC

Life at Aequita 

• Flexible Health Coverage with Take Command (ICHRA) – We believe in giving you control over your healthcare. With Take Command and our Individual Coverage HRA (ICHRA), you choose the health insurance plan that works best for you, and we reimburse you—giving you flexibility, freedom, and financial support for the coverage you actually want.
• Financial Security – 401(k) with company matching to help you build a strong financial future.
• Time to Recharge – Generous paid time off (PTO) and company holidays to support work-life balance.
• High-Impact Work – Be part of an innovative pharmacy team transforming digital healthcare and patient access.
• Competitive Compensation – Earn top-tier pay with additional upside potential.
• Fast-Paced & Exciting – Work in a growing, mission-driven team that's shaping the future of pharmacy care.
• World-Class Team – Collaborate with top pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and operations leaders in a dynamic environment.
• Prime Location – Work in Kirkland, WA, a thriving hub near Seattle with a vibrant community.

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $300,000 to $400,000 per year. The pay range listed in each job posting represents the minimum and maximum targets for new hire compensation across all locations. Actual pay within this range is determined by factors such as job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and location.