Head of Pharmacy Clinical Trials – University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Job Overview
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. 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.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Clinical Trials Pharmacy team and provide specialist advice on the pharmacy management of clinical trials.
* Support research activity across UHS and locally, including the Wessex Research Hubs, local NHS trusts, and the University of Southampton Clinical Trials Unit.
* Strategically develop the Clinical Trials Pharmacy service, ensuring delivery against local and national KPIs, and be a key member of the senior pharmacy leadership team at UHS.
* Advise on agile working arrangements, times of on‑site and remote work, and discuss flexibility with the team.
Essential Prior Experience
* Management of a large, diverse team, including budgetary responsibility.
* Experience working in hospital pharmacy clinical trials or a Research & Development environment.
Qualifications / Training Required
* NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent, or registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
* Management qualification equivalent to at least intermediate management level.
* Good Clinical Practice certification.
Desirable
* Leadership training.
* Other relevant pharmacy or research qualifications such as ACPT, PIPC, Medicines Management.
Trust Values
* Patient First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Disability and Equality
Applications are considered from all backgrounds, identities and experiences. We are committed to providing a flexible working environment and an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued.
Employment Details
* Band: 8a
* Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 per annum (Pro Rata)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Additional Information
* Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS check.
* Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications requiring skilled worker sponsorship are welcome.
* UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
University Hospital Southampton, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD
Website: https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx
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