Job summary
Swansea UHB R&D department have an exciting new job opportunity working within Singleton Pharmacy department for a Principal Pharmacist: Clinical Trials post. The job is advertised as a permanent position
We are looking for a forward-thinking highly motivated Pharmacist with significant experience of commercial clinical trials work within a hospital environment. This role is crucial in ensuring the successful management and execution of our commercial clinical trial pipeline. You will lead, direct and develop our dynamic pharmacy clinical trials service both now and into the future. The post holder will build and expand the portfolio of commercial cancer and non-cancer trials whilst ensuring compliance with International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP), Clinical Trials Regulations, the Research Governance Framework and other relevant guidelines and policies. Also you will be expected to provide expert advice to the UHB's Research & Development Team, Chief Investigators & Principal Investigators in respect of all aspects of IMP manufacture, procurement and the use of and adherence to associated legislation.
The postholder would be expected to strategically lead on the R&D Pharmacy Clinical Trials agenda, working alongside medical and nursing peers and the wider Pharmacy and R&D department as appropriate. You will be based within the Singleton Pharmacy Department but have the flexibility to work across our delivery settings.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for professionally leading, directing and developing the delivery of safe, comprehensive, cost-efficient Pharmacy Services for Health Board (HB)for Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products.
To ensure the Health Board (HB)Pharmacy Clinical Trials service is compliant with relevant EU and UK clinical trial legislation and will:
Lead and manage the pharmacy clinical trials team.
Manage, develop and be responsible for clinical trials pharmacy services for Swansea Bay University Health Board.
Support the chief pharmacist in developing, in an innovative way, the overall strategy for research and development and clinical trials agenda at SBUHB in a manner that reflects pharmacy, Health Board, regional and NHS Wales national strategic priorities.
Work in conjunction with the principal pharmacists (clinical, technical and digital services) and quality assurance specialists to develop the provision of an efficient, high quality, professional and well-coordinated pharmacy service capable of meeting all statutory, regulatory and NHS requirements relating to clinical trials.
Provide expert advice to the Health Board's research and development department and clinical trials principal investigators in respect of all aspects of IMP manufacture, procurement and use and of adherence to associated legislation.
Lead pharmacy support at MHRA GCP inspections ensuring access to documentation.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Masters degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent)
- Current GPhC Pharmacist Registration
- Demonstrates knowledge of all aspects of GCP, GMP, QA and other pertinent legislation
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber Registration with GPhC
- Further qualification in Clinical Trials
- Formal leadership /management qualification(s)
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration hospital experience
- Specialist experience in clinical trials and with aseptic services, including costing and feasibility
- Demonstrate experience and ability to manage or supervise a range of projects
- Experience of line management, including effective performance management, recruitment and allocation of staff
- Experience in making judgements involving highly complex facts, which require analysis, interpretation and options appraisal e.g. implementation of a new decision support tool.
Desirable
- Management of a clinical trials service
- Experience in project management (including department-wide roles) and evidence of completed outcomes.
- Knowledge of handling ATIMPs Recent Oncology and or haematology experience
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, both verbal and written
- Confident and assertive; able to defend opinions in a constructive manner when challenged Proven ability to influence and negotiate with relevant senior clinicians, managers and stakeholders.
- Able to critically analyse complex information and evidence and to communicate the findings clearly in simple terms.
- Ability to maintain and monitor database of medicines and activity related information e.g. medicines expenditure
Desirable
- Experience of pharmacy management at a strategic level
- Experience of working actively on regional/national groups
- Ability to speak Welsh
other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area
- Able to work hours flexibly
- Demonstrate creative and innovative ways of working
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Masters degree in Pharmacy (or equivalent)
- Current GPhC Pharmacist Registration
- Demonstrates knowledge of all aspects of GCP, GMP, QA and other pertinent legislation
Desirable
- Independent Prescriber Registration with GPhC
- Further qualification in Clinical Trials
- Formal leadership /management qualification(s)
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration hospital experience
- Specialist experience in clinical trials and with aseptic services, including costing and feasibility
- Demonstrate experience and ability to manage or supervise a range of projects
- Experience of line management, including effective performance management, recruitment and allocation of staff
- Experience in making judgements involving highly complex facts, which require analysis, interpretation and options appraisal e.g. implementation of a new decision support tool.
Desirable
- Management of a clinical trials service
- Experience in project management (including department-wide roles) and evidence of completed outcomes.
- Knowledge of handling ATIMPs Recent Oncology and or haematology experience
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, both verbal and written
- Confident and assertive; able to defend opinions in a constructive manner when challenged Proven ability to influence and negotiate with relevant senior clinicians, managers and stakeholders.
- Able to critically analyse complex information and evidence and to communicate the findings clearly in simple terms.
- Ability to maintain and monitor database of medicines and activity related information e.g. medicines expenditure
Desirable
- Experience of pharmacy management at a strategic level
- Experience of working actively on regional/national groups
- Ability to speak Welsh
other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area
- Able to work hours flexibly
- Demonstrate creative and innovative ways of working
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).
