Lead Pharmacist Adv Therapy Investigational Medicinal Products (ATIMP)

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is seeking a dynamic Lead Pharmacist to oversee advanced therapy services. The role involves managing a skilled team, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation in ATIMP trials. Applicants should possess a Master's degree in pharmacy and relevant experience in aseptic services. This position offers flexibility and a supportive environment for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Learning and development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive team

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a pharmacist.
• Significant experience in aseptic services and clinical trials.
• Experience of training and mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Act as Accountable Pharmacist for ATIMP quality systems.
• Drive innovation in ATIMP trials.
• Manage and develop an ATIMP pharmacy team.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical knowledge

Aseptic technique

Quality assurance

Communication

Education

Master's degree in pharmacy

Post graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy

Job description

Job summary

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.

Main duties of the job

Are you ready to lead the future of advanced therapies in a newly built dedicated ATIMP facility? We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Lead Pharmacist for Advanced Therapy Investigational Medicinal Products (ATIMP) to drive, shape and expand our ATIMP service across Southampton General Hospital and Adanac Park.

You will lead a specialist pharmacy team preparing and delivering cutting-edge cell and gene therapies, ensuring patients receive timely, safe, and high-quality advanced treatments. Acting as the Accountable Pharmacist, you will oversee quality systems, compliance, and innovative clinical trial delivery, while collaborating with research and clinical teams to bring new therapies into practice.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the strategic direction of ATIMP services, working closely with the Head of Production and research teams to maximise the potential of our purpose-built facility. You will develop staff, deliver specialist teaching locally and nationally, and represent pharmacy within Trust and national ATMP networks.

If you are passionate about advanced therapies, committed to patient-focused innovation, and ready to take the next step in your pharmacy leadership journey, we would love to hear from you.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Details Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

Depending on experience £64,455.00-£74,896.00 Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-CL260725

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA

Job description Job responsibilities

Act as Accountable Pharmacist, overseeing all ATIMP quality systems, documentation, and regulatory compliance, ensuring national and EU standards are met.

Drive innovation by working with R&D and clinical trials teams to plan, develop and implement cutting-edge ATIMP trials within the Trust.

Provide expert leadership and specialist advice on ATIMP handling, storage, and production, influencing practice across pharmacy, medical and nursing teams.

Manage and develop a skilled ATIMP pharmacy team, planning and delivering training, supporting staff progression and maintaining high performance.

Collaborate with the Head of Production to set strategic direction for ATIMP services, maximising the capabilities of our purpose-built facility to expand trial delivery.

Oversee ATIMP budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savings and income generation through trial provision and efficient service models.

Represent pharmacy on the Trust ATMP Advisory Committee and national SPS ATMP groups, ensuring our service is aligned with national best practice.

Deliver local and national teaching on ATIMP management and production, sharing expertise to support safe, advanced therapy delivery across the NHS.

Champion quality and safety, investigating and reporting incidents, and ensuring robust systems for continuous improvement in ATIMP preparation.

Contribute to extended hours and weekend services, supporting the Trusts commitment to a seven-day advanced therapy service.

Job description Job responsibilities

Act as Accountable Pharmacist, overseeing all ATIMP quality systems, documentation, and regulatory compliance, ensuring national and EU standards are met.

Drive innovation by working with R&D and clinical trials teams to plan, develop and implement cutting-edge ATIMP trials within the Trust.

Provide expert leadership and specialist advice on ATIMP handling, storage, and production, influencing practice across pharmacy, medical and nursing teams.

Manage and develop a skilled ATIMP pharmacy team, planning and delivering training, supporting staff progression and maintaining high performance.

Collaborate with the Head of Production to set strategic direction for ATIMP services, maximising the capabilities of our purpose-built facility to expand trial delivery.

Oversee ATIMP budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savings and income generation through trial provision and efficient service models.

Represent pharmacy on the Trust ATMP Advisory Committee and national SPS ATMP groups, ensuring our service is aligned with national best practice.

Deliver local and national teaching on ATIMP management and production, sharing expertise to support safe, advanced therapy delivery across the NHS.

Champion quality and safety, investigating and reporting incidents, and ensuring robust systems for continuous improvement in ATIMP preparation.

Contribute to extended hours and weekend services, supporting the Trusts commitment to a seven-day advanced therapy service.

Person Specification Trust Values Essential

• Patients first
• Always improving
• Working together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential

• Master's degree in pharmacy or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a pharmacist
• Post graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy e.g. Clinical Diploma or equivalent
• Management training to intermediate level or equivalent experience
• Previous significant experience within an aseptic services unit at an accountable or equivalent level.
• Previous significant experience working in a research environment or clinical trials.
• Knowledge of principles of aseptic preparation of medicines and quality assurance, and associated guidance and law
• Previous experience of working with AT(I)MPS in a clinical trial setting or research setting
• Experience of training, tutoring & mentoring others

Desirable

• Further management experience
• Previous experience of project or change management
• Post graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy e.g. Clinical Diploma or equivalent Formal qualification in training or coaching
• Experience of working in pharmacy QA environment
• Experience of audit.

Person Specification Trust Values Essential

• Patients first
• Always improving
• Working together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential

• Master's degree in pharmacy or equivalent
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council as a pharmacist
• Post graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy e.g. Clinical Diploma or equivalent
• Management training to intermediate level or equivalent experience
• Previous significant experience within an aseptic services unit at an accountable or equivalent level.
• Previous significant experience working in a research environment or clinical trials.
• Knowledge of principles of aseptic preparation of medicines and quality assurance, and associated guidance and law
• Previous experience of working with AT(I)MPS in a clinical trial setting or research setting
• Experience of training, tutoring & mentoring others

Desirable

• Further management experience
• Previous experience of project or change management
• Post graduate qualification in clinical pharmacy e.g. Clinical Diploma or equivalent Formal qualification in training or coaching
• Experience of working in pharmacy QA environment
• Experience of audit.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)