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We have an exciting opportunity for a well-organised, enthusiastic, and self-motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Clinical Trials Team with a keen interest in the provision of investigational medicinal products (IMP) and supportive care to paediatric patients.
You must be able to pay close attention to detail and consistently produce work to the required standard within set deadlines.
You will have good verbal and written communication skills, be a strong team player and be able to work using your own initiative within the limits of the job role.
The post will focus mainly on supporting pharmacy aspects of clinical trial study setups and study management. We welcome applications from Technicians working in hospital dispensaries and aseptic units, as full on-the-job training will be given.
You must be a registered Pharmacy Technician with an accredited checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) qualification or are working toward the qualification.
Main duties of the job
- To review, design and write all IMP related documents required to support the trial as agreed with the lead Pharmacist and research team, including (but not limited to) writing clinical verification and dispensing procedures and other pharmacy trial specific documentation needed to ensure the safe handling, traceability and management of the Investigational Medicinal Products, and any supportive medicines used in the clinical trial within Pharmacy, and on GOSH wards.
- To support the portfolio of clinical trial IMPs, liasing with Sponsors and research teams from Site Selection stage to closing of the trial and archiving of all records, and to be the main point of contact in pharmacy for IMP management and records for those trials.
- Support in IMP management in the Clinical Trial’s Office
- Assist the senior staff in the day-to-day running of Clinical Trials, and the training of rotational staff
- To be fully conversant with and adhere to all current and relevant legislation, such as the Human Medicines Act, GMP, GCP, H&S,COSHH, European Directive 2001/20/EC etc. and to Trust policies.
- To oversee the safe management of clinical trial medicines (IMPs) in accordance with Good Clinical Practice for IMPs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- To adhere to the Pharmacy and Clinical Trials support service SOPs and communicate effectively with the Senior Technician forClinical Trial
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritise workload
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and all level of staff in a courteous and professional manner
- Good Interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative
- Ability to maintain accurate records
- Ability to demonstrate good organisational and planning skills
- Ability to identify and resolve problems
- Computer literate
- Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy 2
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant Dispensary experience as a Pharmacy Technician
- Familiar with Dispensary and Distribution stock control systems
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Trials regulations
Desirable
- Experience of Clinical Trials and the management of Investigational Medicinal Products
- Experience in training and education
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- BTEC and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills (QCF) Level 3 (City and Guilds) and Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (QCF) or equivalent qualification supported by Pharmacy work experience.
- GPhC registered Pharmacy Technician
- Accuracy checking qualification
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This advert is for Senior Pharmacy Technician for Clinical Trials with Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Pharmacy technician role. The advertised salary is £38,488 - £46,852 Inclusive per annum. The contract type is Permanent: 1 in 8 saturdays /Sundays. The application deadline is 28 Jun 2026.
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