Job Title: Locum Lead Clinical Trials Pharmacist
Location: Lincolnshire
Contract Type: Locum / Temporary
Band: 8b
Potential for high pay with the right experience!
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Lead Clinical Trials Pharmacist to oversee and manage all pharmaceutical aspects of clinical trials across a Trust in Lincolnshire. This pivotal role ensures compliance with EU legislation, ICH GCP, EU GMP, and Trust policies, while leading a dedicated clinical trials pharmacy team. The postholder will be responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of the clinical trials service, including trial feasibility, set-up, prescription validation, aseptic services, training, and audit readiness.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the Trust-wide lead for pharmaceutical services in clinical trials.
* Manage the clinical trials pharmacy team, including HR, training, and performance.
* Oversee trial feasibility assessments, set-up, and ongoing delivery.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (MHRA, GCP, GMP).
* Lead on prescription generation, clinical validation, and aseptic checking.
* Liaise with investigators, research nurses, sponsors, and regulatory bodies.
* Maintain accurate documentation, SOPs, and training records.
* Provide expert advice and training to pharmacy and clinical staff.
* Monitor trial capacity, resource allocation, and financial reimbursement.
* Represent the Trust at local and national research forums.
Requirements:
* GPhC registered pharmacist.
* Proven experience in clinical trials pharmacy.
* Trained in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and EU Clinical Trials Directive.
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* Ability to work across multiple Trust sites and attend external meetings.
* IT literate with a commitment to continuous professional development.