We are recruiting a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to join our Clinical Trials Pharmacy team at Russells Hall Hospital, part of The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly specialised area of pharmacy, supporting the delivery of academic and commercial clinical trials across dispensary and aseptic services. You will work closely with senior pharmacists, senior technicians, research nurses and the Research and Innovation Department to support the safe and timely preparation, dispensing and management of clinical trial medicines. The role involves working to GCP and GMP standards, supporting trial set‑up and maintenance, and helping ensure high quality pharmacy support for research studies. This post is ideal for an organised, motivated pharmacy technician who is interested in developing specialist skills in clinical trials, aseptics and research pharmacy. The Dudley Group has a strong reputation for innovation, quality improvement and research delivery. You will be part of a small, friendly and supportive clinical trials pharmacy team with strong links to Research and Development and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Key responsibilities
* Supporting the preparation, dispensing and management of clinical trial medicines in line with trial protocols, GCP and GMP requirements
* Assisting with the set‑up, ongoing management and close‑down of academic and commercial clinical trials
* Liaising closely with the Pharmacy Department, Research and Innovation (R&I) Department to support coordinated delivery of clinical trials
* Working with pharmacists, other pharmacy colleagues, research nurses, clinicians, trial coordinators and external sponsors to support trial activity
* Supporting stock management for clinical trial medicines, including ordering, receipt, storage, expiry checks and temperature monitoring
* Maintaining accurate documentation and records in line with regulatory and governance requirements
* Supporting aseptic and non‑sterile preparation of clinical trial products, in accordance with local procedures and training
* Assisting with internal audits, inspections and quality assurance activities related to clinical trials
* Providing support to dispensary and preparative services to ensure timely supply of clinical trial medicines
* Supporting training and guidance for pharmacy staff in relation to clinical trials processes and compliance
Benefits and development opportunities
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace. As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work‑life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no‑one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise. As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information – inclusive practice people promise. Dudley Group offers many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
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