Job summary
Are you a Pharmacist with Clinical Trials experience looking to work within one of London's most esteemed Trusts?
Join us as the Cancer Clinical Trials Lead Pharmacist and play a vital role in advancing cancer research and patient care. You'll help deliver a high-quality, responsive and innovative pharmacy service supporting haematology and oncology clinical trials across the Trust. Working closely with research teams, investigators, and sponsors, you'll ensure the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of trial medicines, in full accordance with GCP and GMP standards.
You'll oversee the clinical and operational aspects of trial delivery, from feasibility and protocol review to the manufacturing, dispensing and monitoring of investigational products, ensuring every stage meets the highest clinical and ethical standards. With your expertise, you'll support pharmacy staff in developing their knowledge and confidence in trial processes, contribute to the creation of policies and procedures that strengthen service delivery, and help maintain a flexible, patient-focused approach to research.
This is a dynamic opportunity to combine leadership, clinical excellence and innovation, driving forward life-changing cancer therapies while ensuring patients receive the safest and most effective treatment possible.
Please note this is maternity cover for 1 year fixed term
Main duties of the job
- Ensure the safe, effective and cost-efficient use of medicines within haematology and oncology clinical trials in line with GCP and GMP standards.
- Work collaboratively with research teams, investigators, feasibility officers and sponsors to support the smooth initiation and delivery of trials.
- Oversee the clinical and operational management of investigational medicinal products including manufacturing, dispensing and accountability.
- Provide expert clinical advice and support to pharmacy, nursing and medical staff on all aspects of oncology and haematology clinical trials.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures and training that enhance the quality and consistency of the clinical trials service.
- Support, mentor and train pharmacy staff to build knowledge, competence and confidence in clinical trial processes and governance
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Job description
Job 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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job 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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
- Member of the GPhC
Desirable
- GCP and GMP training
- Diploma/MSc in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
- London Cancer Alliance Passport for SACT Screening (or equivalent)
- Appropriate short management courses
- Independent prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Haematology and/ or Oncology experience
- Clinical Trials experience
- This must include a solid grounding in all aspects of hospital pharmacy practice (aseptic services, clinical trials, ward services, dispensing and medicines information)
- Practical Clinical experience
Desirable
- Screening IV SACT
- Setting-up and managing clinical trials
- Using electronic prescribing systems
- Experience in management of others
Skills
Essential
- Able to interpret and apply complex guidance, including GCP and GMP, to everyday situations.
- Ability to identify and manage risks, including managing financial risks
- Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own training needs
Desirable
- Word and Excel at an advanced level
- Communicates best practice and demonstrates good leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate and improve service quality
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
- Member of the GPhC
Desirable
- GCP and GMP training
- Diploma/MSc in Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
- London Cancer Alliance Passport for SACT Screening (or equivalent)
- Appropriate short management courses
- Independent prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Haematology and/ or Oncology experience
- Clinical Trials experience
- This must include a solid grounding in all aspects of hospital pharmacy practice (aseptic services, clinical trials, ward services, dispensing and medicines information)
- Practical Clinical experience
Desirable
- Screening IV SACT
- Setting-up and managing clinical trials
- Using electronic prescribing systems
- Experience in management of others
Skills
Essential
- Able to interpret and apply complex guidance, including GCP and GMP, to everyday situations.
- Ability to identify and manage risks, including managing financial risks
- Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own training needs
Desirable
- Word and Excel at an advanced level
- Communicates best practice and demonstrates good leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate and improve service quality
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
