First-in-Human Clinical Trials Pharmacist

FTLEE Fortrea Clinical Research Unit Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortrea Leeds is seeking a Pharmacist to move beyond ward work into clinical research pharmacy. You will participate in investigational medicines preparation, dosing decisions, and trial production in a cGMP setting.

The role requires an MPharm, GPhC registration and a postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in pharmaceutical technology, trials, or aseptic services. On-site at Drapers Yard, Leeds.

Qualifications

• MPharm degree from an accredited university.
• GPhC registration in the UK.
• Postgraduate qualification in PTQA, aseptic services, or clinical trials, or equivalent.
• Solid post-registration experience in regulated pharmacy environments.
• Experience with investigational medicines and GMP-regulated settings.

Responsibilities

• Support study set-up, including manuals and batch records for IMP.
• Assist management of clinical trial productions with sponsors and staff.
• Work hands-on in pharmacy production for study medicines in first-in-human trials.
• Prepare IMP in a clean room with aseptic techniques and cGMP.
• Collaborate with Pharmacy Team to support production and readiness.
• Use and maintain pharmacy equipment per MHRA and GMP requirements.
• Monitor storage and environmental conditions to protect product integrity.

Skills

Clinical research pharmacy experience

Aseptic services

Independent worker

Education

Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree

Registered Pharmacist with GPhC (UK)

PTQA or related postgraduate qualification

Tools

GMP/compliant facilities

Job description

Fortrea Leeds is seeking a Pharmacist to move beyond ward work into clinical research pharmacy. You will participate in investigational medicines preparation, dosing decisions, and trial production in a cGMP setting.

The role requires an MPharm, GPhC registration and a postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in pharmaceutical technology, trials, or aseptic services. On-site at Drapers Yard, Leeds.