Head of Pharmacy Clinical Trials – University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS)
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
UHS is offering an exciting opportunity to lead our established and highly regarded Clinical Trials Pharmacy team. In this lead role, you will manage a team of over 30 staff, including pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy assistants, delivering pharmacy services for more than 250 clinical trials across a wide range of clinical specialties. This is a unique and challenging leadership position within pharmacy practice.
You will work closely with UHS Research & Development, collaborate with local NHS trusts, and contribute to national groups shaping best practice in the pharmacy management of clinical trials. The role offers significant scope to influence service development, support innovation, and ensure the safe and effective delivery of clinical trial medicines.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of over 30 pharmacy staff across more than 250 clinical trials.
Develop and deliver pharmacy services for clinical trials.
Collaborate with UHS Research & Development, local NHS trusts, and national groups.
Influence service development, support innovation, and ensure safe and effective delivery of trial medicines.
Strategically develop the Clinical Trials Pharmacy service, ensuring delivery against local and national KPIs.
Represent the service as a member of the senior pharmacy leadership team at UHS.
Provide specialist advice on pharmacy management of clinical trials.
Qualifications & Experience
Significant experience in clinical research/trials and service improvement.
Prior experience managing a large, diverse team, including budgetary responsibility.
Experience working in hospital pharmacy clinical trials or a Research & Development environment.
UHS provides a flexible working environment and offers a mixture of on‑site and remote working. Discussions about flexible hours are possible. The post is suitable for agile working and we welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join our inclusive team.
We welcome a diverse, inclusive team and are committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered.
Location: University Hospital Southampton, on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London.
Advert closes Monday 23 Feb 2026. Applicants should apply promptly.
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