Job summary
We are looking for a proactive, enthusiastic pharmacist to join our pharmacy clinical trials team. This is an exciting time to join as we increase our capacity and capability to meet the new 150 day target for trial set-up, increase our early phase clinical trial portfolio and develop ATMP studies.
The team at Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust comprises of approximately 500 pharmacy staff working across five sites and is one of the biggest pharmacy departments in the country.
Our inclusive and diverse pharmacy department has a strong clinical presence in all areas. We are innovative and forward-thinking and have invested in a host of technical improvements, including robotics and a state of the art, multi-million-pound technical services unit. We offer a wide range of roles across different areas of the service including clinical ward services, aseptic services, homecare, medicines supply, medicines information, medicines governance, education & training, clinical trials, and research.
NHS organisations recognise the benefits of having a diverse workforce. As a trust and department, we are working to promote and improve inclusion and representation from under-represented groups including global majority ethnicities, LGBTQ+ identities, and colleagues with disabilities. We would welcome applicants who are members of these groups and other underrepresented groups to apply.
Main duties of the job
To deliver, develop and evaluate the Pharmacy Clinical Trial Service across STH .To collaborate with the Clinical Research and Innovation Office (CRIO), the Clinical Research Facility (CRF) and the wider research team.To set up and deliver trials, including early phase and trials involving Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATIMPs).
A Great place to live and work!
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also mean it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm degree in pharmacy
- Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Higher degree/ Post-graduate diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent postgraduate diploma
Desirable
- Post-graduate Masters in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent)
- Registered Independent Prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Broad clinical pharmacy background
- Relevant post-registration experience in hospital pharmacy including:- Clinical trials, Aseptic services, Specialist knowledge of legislation relating to Clinical Trial of an Investigational Medicinal Product, Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and experience of handling clinical trial material (IMP).
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
Further Training
Essential
- Clinical audit/research & evaluation experience
Desirable
- Appropriate Short Management Courses e.g. Appraisal training, Leadership skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MPharm degree in pharmacy
- Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Higher degree/ Post-graduate diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent postgraduate diploma
Desirable
- Post-graduate Masters in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent)
- Registered Independent Prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Broad clinical pharmacy background
- Relevant post-registration experience in hospital pharmacy including:- Clinical trials, Aseptic services, Specialist knowledge of legislation relating to Clinical Trial of an Investigational Medicinal Product, Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and experience of handling clinical trial material (IMP).
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
Further Training
Essential
- Clinical audit/research & evaluation experience
Desirable
- Appropriate Short Management Courses e.g. Appraisal training, Leadership skills
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.
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.
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).
