Clinical Trials Pharmacist

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Clinical Pharmacists to join our Pharmacy Clinical Trials team at UHL.

The Pharmacy Clinical Trials service at University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) is a key part of the clinical research multi-disciplinary team which aims to provide a safe and efficient service in the conduct of Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) studies across UHL’s three sites. The Pharmacy Clinical Trials service is a friendly, varied and busy service with a portfolio of around 200 IMP studies.

You must have recent experience within a UK hospital pharmacy environment and be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.

If you are proactive, innovative, organised and enthusiastic and possess the qualities and skills essential for this post, then we look forward to hearing from you.

Previous clinical trial experience is desirable but not essential, as appropriate training and support will be provided.

UHL is one of the largest and busiest teaching Trusts in the country and provides care to over one million people in Leicestershire and Rutland. Leicester is a vibrant city with excellent transport links.

Main duties of the job

The post holders will be expected to risk assess new protocols and help confirm capability and capacity in pharmacy to the research and development department.

You will be working closely with the teams of technicians and assistants, and manage members of the trials team. You will be responsible for the co-ordination and day to day support of commercial and non-commercially sponsored clinical trials and work closely with Clinical Management Groups and research teams based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary or Glenfield Hospital sites to facilitate excellent delivery of research within this area.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Candidates will be expected to assist and support the Pharmacy trials team in delivering the Pharmacy support element for clinical trials set-up, and deputise where necessary across three sites. You must also be willing to work flexibly in terms of site and duties to meet the service.

Attention to detail and the ability to work both as part of a team and autonomously are essential requirements for this role. You must be effective in time management and able to work with minimum supervision.

As part of this job, you will be expected to work as part of the wider pharmacy team and contribute to evenings, weekends and on-call shifts as appropriate.