Job summary
Are you a Pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council looking for a new challenge?
If your answers are yes then we would like to hear from you!
**Part time hours 18.75 per week
The Pharmacy Clinical Trials service at University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) is a key part of the clinical research multi-disciplinary team which aims to provide a safe and efficient service in the conduct of Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) studies across UHL's three sites. The Pharmacy Clinical Trials service is a friendly, varied and busy service with a portfolio of over 200 IMP studies.
UHL is one of the largest and busiest teaching Trusts in the country and provides care to over one million people in Leicestershire and Rutland. Leicester is a vibrant city with excellent transport links.
We are looking are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking pharmacist to develop their clinical trial knowledge in a wide range of cancer treatments.
Your main base will be Leicester Royal Infirmary but the successful candidate will be expected to support and manage the Clinical Trial Team and deputise where necessary across three sites.
Main duties of the job
You should have previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy and previous experience in oncology and haematology will be essential. Clinical trials experience is desirable but not essential.
You will work closely with the team of pharmacy co-ordinators, technician, assistants as well as the Clinical Management Group. The post holder's main role will work closely with HOPE unit research staff, as well as Pharmacy colleagues, in the set up and running of both commercial and non-commercial studies and the local Research & Innovation Department to ensure comprehensive trials support. The post holder will also be involved in the building of clinical trials protocols on the existing electronic prescribing system and in the set-up of clinical trials on a day to day basis
We require a person to work independently with a high level attention to detail, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as effective influencing and negotiating skills.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To carry out clinical and feasibility reviews of Clinical Trial protocols involving IMPs.
- To be responsible for negotiation with Sponsors & Investigators with regard to facilities, resources, capacity planning and financial arrangements in the operational management of those clinical trials for which the post holder has responsibility.
- To act as the professional lead for all aspects of pharmaceutical input in accordance with legal requirements and Good Clinical Practice relating to prescribing, administration, storage and disposal of IMPs for those clinical trials for which the post holder has responsibility
- To professionally check, dispense and final accuracy check clinical trial prescriptions in accordance with departmental and Trust standards, in conjunction with UHL clinical governance objectives and those of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Clinical Trial Regulations.
- To line manage pharmacy clinical trial personnel as appropriate, setting objectives and personal development plans and regularly reviewing their progress against these.
As part of this job, you will be expected to work as part of the wider pharmacy team and contribute to evenings, weekends and on-call shifts as appropriate.
If you are proactive, innovative, organized and enthusiastic and possess the qualities and skills essential for this post, then we look forward to hearing from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To carry out clinical and feasibility reviews of Clinical Trial protocols involving IMPs.
- To be responsible for negotiation with Sponsors & Investigators with regard to facilities, resources, capacity planning and financial arrangements in the operational management of those clinical trials for which the post holder has responsibility.
- To act as the professional lead for all aspects of pharmaceutical input in accordance with legal requirements and Good Clinical Practice relating to prescribing, administration, storage and disposal of IMPs for those clinical trials for which the post holder has responsibility
- To professionally check, dispense and final accuracy check clinical trial prescriptions in accordance with departmental and Trust standards, in conjunction with UHL clinical governance objectives and those of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Clinical Trial Regulations.
- To line manage pharmacy clinical trial personnel as appropriate, setting objectives and personal development plans and regularly reviewing their progress against these.
As part of this job, you will be expected to work as part of the wider pharmacy team and contribute to evenings, weekends and on-call shifts as appropriate.
If you are proactive, innovative, organized and enthusiastic and possess the qualities and skills essential for this post, then we look forward to hearing from you.
Person Specification
Training and Qualification
Essential
- Mpharm or equivalent degree
- Registered as a practising Pharmacist with the GPhc
- Postgraduate clinical qualification or equivalent clinical experience or equivalent level of knowledge gained through extensive experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Oncology/Haematology
- Post-registration experience in hospital pharmacy
- Experience of setting objectives and managing performance of individuals and services
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Experience of leading a small team
- Able to work alone and as part of a team
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Understand the principles of service development and management of change and have some experience of implementing them
- Good planning, organisation and time management skills
Person Specification
Training and Qualification
Essential
- Mpharm or equivalent degree
- Registered as a practising Pharmacist with the GPhc
- Postgraduate clinical qualification or equivalent clinical experience or equivalent level of knowledge gained through extensive experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Oncology/Haematology
- Post-registration experience in hospital pharmacy
- Experience of setting objectives and managing performance of individuals and services
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Experience of leading a small team
- Able to work alone and as part of a team
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Understand the principles of service development and management of change and have some experience of implementing them
- Good planning, organisation and time management skills
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).
