Job requirements
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Essential
10 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Values
Enthusiasm for training
- Values
Committed to self-study and self-development
- Experience
Broad post registration experience
- Qualifications
MPharm degree or equivalent
- Qualifications
Registered with the General Pharmaceutical council
- Qualifications
Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualifications
- Aptitude and Abilities
Good verbal/written communication skills
- Aptitude and Abilities
Problem solving skills
- Aptitude and Abilities
Demonstrate ability to work within a multidisciplinary team setting
- Aptitude and Abilities
Good communicator, motivated, able to work as part of a team
Desirable
7 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience in specialist clinical area
- Qualifications
Accredited or eligible to be accredited as a HEI Clinical Pharmacy diploma/MSc tutor
- Qualifications
Non-medical prescribing qualification
- Aptitude and Abilities
Development of protocols and procedures
- Aptitude and Abilities
Evidence of supervising or mentoring pharmacy staff
- Aptitude and Abilities
Teaching and presentational skills
- Aptitude and Abilities
Evidence of successful management of people
Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the developing Pharmacy Clinical Trials team at Glan Clwyd Hospital, supporting a growing and increasingly complex research portfolio. Based within a progressive and collaborative service, you will work closely with senior pharmacists to deliver high-quality clinical trials pharmacy services across a range of specialties, including oncology and haematology within the North Wales Cancer Centre.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to build specialist expertise in clinical trials while contributing to innovative patient care. You will be part of a supportive multidisciplinary environment, working alongside clinicians, research teams, and pharmacy colleagues to ensure safe and effective delivery of investigational treatments.
As part of a newly established team, you will also have opportunities to contribute to service development, research activity, and education, making this an ideal role for a pharmacist looking to expand their clinical and research experience.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
You will support the delivery of a specialist clinical trials pharmacy service, contributing to the safe and effective management of investigational medicinal products (IMPs) in accordance with regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice. This will include assisting in the review of clinical trial protocols, supporting study set-up, and participating in the dispensing, supply, and monitoring of trial medicines. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide pharmaceutical advice, support patient care, and ensure accurate documentation and accountability of trial activity.
The successful candidate will demonstrate good clinical knowledge, strong organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise workload within a busy and evolving environment. You will have effective communication skills and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. A commitment to professional development, patient safety, and continuous improvement is essential, and you will be supported to develop further clinical and research skills within this specialist area.
Please note that this post includes participation in a weekend and public holiday rota to support the wider Pharmacy service.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Pharmacist - Clinical Trials with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in Rhyl, Wales. It is listed as a Band 7 Pharmacist role. The advertised salary is £50,129 - £57,365 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 13 Sep 2026.
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