Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated and articulate pharmacist to support the clinical trial service with existing and upcoming new studies, in a variety of clinical specialties and to contribute to the services' development and expansion.
As an individual , you will need to apply your clinical knowledge, analytical eye and practical experience to deliver safe investigational treatments to our patients.
You must be keen to learn, not be fazed by the unusual and are able to take complex information, interpret it and communicate it effectively. We would expect this role to develop you and for you to use the experience to develop others.
Significant post qualification experience in hospital pharmacy or clinical trials would be expected. Full training and support will be given, however you must be committed to continuing professional development.
Main duties of the job
You will be involved in the set-up of new trial projects, whilst also supporting the delivery of existing trials. You will therefore be required to demonstrate good organisational skills, be able to work independently and as part of the wider team.
You will need to collaborate effectively with a wide range Trust staff - local investigators, researchers, nursing, administrative and pharmacy staff. You will also represent the team, the department and the Trust when engaging with pharmaceutical companies and their partner organisations, so a professional nature is a must.
The successful applicant will have both a ward and dispensary commitment.
Experience of writing policies and procedures would be advantageous.
Attention to detail and a meticulous nature are prime requisite, for future therapies are determined by the accuracy of the data we collect today.
You will also be required to participate in the department's on-call rota and weekend/lates and bank holiday duty rotas.
About us
The Research, Development & Innovation (RD&I) Team here. have been awarded over £1m government funding to run 1 of only 5, NIHR Patient Recruitment Centres (PRC) across England. The PRC provides space, purpose-designed facilities &- medical expertise to deliver clinical research within our hospital & across the wider region. The PRC will operate, as part of a 'franchise model', aiming to deliver high volumes of commercial clinical research within the NHS rapidly & efficiently.
The establishment of PRCs form part of the Government's Life Sciences Industrial Strategy and Life Sciences Sector Deal 2, which set out a series of measures to strengthen the UK environment for clinical research & enable growth within the sector, while ensuring the country is at the forefront of medical science & the development of innovative new treatments for years to come. Our PRC will look to increase our NHS capacity to deliver vital research for patients, while decreasing the time it takes to set-up late-phase commercial trials within the NHS - improving the UK's competitiveness in the global market and providing opportunities for patients to benefit from early access to innovation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in the development of pharmacy clinical trials service, in support of its acquired status as a NIHR Patient Recruitment Centre.
To provide support to the Lead Pharmacist Clinical Trials in the management of the pharmacy clinical trials service.
To assist in the management of all clinical trials ensuring clinical trials are provided within current medicines legislation and all EU directives.
To assist in the provision of the Trusts pharmacy clinical trials service, in support of the Trusts status as a Tertiary Haematology and Cardiac Centre.
To direct, co-ordinate and supervise clinical trial work through Pharmacy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in the development of pharmacy clinical trials service, in support of its acquired status as a NIHR Patient Recruitment Centre.
To provide support to the Lead Pharmacist Clinical Trials in the management of the pharmacy clinical trials service.
To assist in the management of all clinical trials ensuring clinical trials are provided within current medicines legislation and all EU directives.
To assist in the provision of the Trusts pharmacy clinical trials service, in support of the Trusts status as a Tertiary Haematology and Cardiac Centre.
To direct, co-ordinate and supervise clinical trial work through Pharmacy.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Vocational Masters degree in Pharmacy
- 1 year pre-registration training and experience.
- Post Graduate Certificate or working towards Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital Pharmacy Practice or equivalent.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post registration experience in a relevant role practicing as a pharmacist.
Desirable
- Experience of the conduct and oversight of clinical trials.
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
- Knowledge of medicines legislation associated with clinical trials.
- Audit and Research experience.
- Experience in the development of policies, guidelines and procedures.
- Experience in haematology or oncology.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Experience in training of pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.
- Broad clinical experience in a variety of specialities, reflective of our established and future trials portfolio.
oSkills and Ability
Essential
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Good organisation and time management skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Problem solving skills.
- Pro-active and innovative.
- Ability to analyse complex information.
- Demonstrable commitment to professional development.
- Willingness to contribute to the general working of the department.
- Open to new ways of working
Desirable
- Understanding of key issues in relation to delivery of research within the NHS.
- Understanding of key principles of research governance.
- Good presentation skills.
- Computer-literate.
- Influencing skills.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Vocational Masters degree in Pharmacy
- 1 year pre-registration training and experience.
- Post Graduate Certificate or working towards Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital Pharmacy Practice or equivalent.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
- Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post registration experience in a relevant role practicing as a pharmacist.
Desirable
- Experience of the conduct and oversight of clinical trials.
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
- Knowledge of medicines legislation associated with clinical trials.
- Audit and Research experience.
- Experience in the development of policies, guidelines and procedures.
- Experience in haematology or oncology.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Experience in training of pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.
- Broad clinical experience in a variety of specialities, reflective of our established and future trials portfolio.
oSkills and Ability
Essential
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Good organisation and time management skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Problem solving skills.
- Pro-active and innovative.
- Ability to analyse complex information.
- Demonstrable commitment to professional development.
- Willingness to contribute to the general working of the department.
- Open to new ways of working
Desirable
- Understanding of key issues in relation to delivery of research within the NHS.
- Understanding of key principles of research governance.
- Good presentation skills.
- Computer-literate.
- Influencing 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).
Employer details
Employer name
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pharmacy Department, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals
Whinney Heys Road
Blackpool
FY38NR
Employer's website
https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
