University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Clinical Pharmacist (Specialist) Research Support

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Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Expression of Interest - Research Delivery in Community Pharmacy Band 7 - 3 month contract.

A small South Central project team are looking for an enthusiastic pharmacist or pharmacy technician to support our research delivery project.

There is complete flexibility over the hours up to 0.7 wte.

The work is focused on community pharmacy but ability to engage and communicate with community pharmacy teams will override direct community pharmacy experience.

You will be fully supported locally by Andy Fox and Cathy McKenzie and from within the wider team by community pharmacy leaders, Professor Mahendra Patel and Ziad Laklouk.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Details

Date posted

30 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

188-CL151225

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

  • Gain valuable leadership experience
  • Be able to manage own time
  • Add to portfolios for advanced and consultant frameworks
  • Widen network of engagement and interest

If you are interested in working some extra hours on this project for a short period until the end of March 2026 please get in touch.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

  • Gain valuable leadership experience
  • Be able to manage own time
  • Add to portfolios for advanced and consultant frameworks
  • Widen network of engagement and interest

If you are interested in working some extra hours on this project for a short period until the end of March 2026 please get in touch.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

  • Patient First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Masters Degree in Pharmacy
  • GPhC registration
  • Sound knowledge of a surgical or medical speciality acquired working within a suitable specialty
  • Meets Foundation framework/ GLF competencies
  • Audit and evaluative work
  • Sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas
  • Experience of teaching and tutoring

Desirable

  • Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalent experience
  • MRPharmS or equivalent
  • Working towards RPS Advanced Core portfolio submission
  • Training in medicines information
  • Preparation of prescribing guidelines
Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

  • Patient First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Masters Degree in Pharmacy
  • GPhC registration
  • Sound knowledge of a surgical or medical speciality acquired working within a suitable specialty
  • Meets Foundation framework/ GLF competencies
  • Audit and evaluative work
  • Sound understanding of healthcare priorities and political agendas
  • Experience of teaching and tutoring

Desirable

  • Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy or equivalent experience
  • MRPharmS or equivalent
  • Working towards RPS Advanced Core portfolio submission
  • Training in medicines information
  • Preparation of prescribing guidelines

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Pharmacist Medicines Safety

Andy Fox

andy.fox@uhs.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

30 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

188-CL151225

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


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