Lead Pharmacists for Manufacturing and Accountable Pharmacist

OUH; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Pharmacist to serve as Accountable Pharmacist for CTAS and Lead for Manufacturing. The role focuses on aseptic services, ATMPs, and clinical trial manufacturing within a dynamic Trust environment.

The successful candidate will lead an emerging dedicated ATMP unit, oversee GMP compliant manufacturing activities, and provide expert guidance to clinical teams and research sponsors.

Qualifications

• GPhC registration is essential.
• Aseptic experience required.
• Experience in managing staff within a pharmaceutical setting is desirable.
• PTQA or equivalent quality assurance experience is preferred.
• Clinical trials experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the unlicensed unit delivering injectable IMPs and high‑risk injectables across the Trust.
• Provide senior leadership across CTAS, ATMPs and manufacturing services.
• Lead commissioning of a new Pharmacy Clinical Trials Aseptic facility with dedicated ATMP cleanrooms.
• Support setup and delivery of trials involving aseptically prepared IMPs and ATMPs.
• Ensure GMP compliance and governance in aseptic and radiopharmacy operations.

Skills

GPhC registration

Aseptic experience

Managing staff

PTQA

Clinical Trials experience

Job description

Lead Pharmacists for Manufacturing and Accountable Pharmacist

NHS AfC: Band 8b

Main area Pharmacist Grade NHS AfC: Band 8b Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (In addition 1 in 6 Week-end day working) Job ref 321-CORP-7883279-B8b

Site Churchill Hospital Town Oxford Salary £66,582 - £77,368 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 18/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 30/11/2026

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

Interview date – Monday 30 November 2026 - On site at Churchill Hospital

Are you an experienced GPhC technical pharmacist ready to help shape the future of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs), aseptics, clinical trials and pharmaceutical manufacturing?

We are looking for an Accountable Pharmacist for Clinical Trials Aseptic Unit and Lead for Manufacturing to join Oxford University Hospitals at an exciting time of development within our specialist pharmacy services.

As Accountable Pharmacist for Clinical Trials Aseptic Services (CTAS), you will lead the delivery of aseptically prepared medicines for clinical trials and specialist care, while providing expert leadership across ATMPs and our licensed manufacturing services.

ATMPs are a key part of this opportunity. You will lead our temporary dedicated ATMP unit, support the development of this emerging service and help shape best practice for the safe handling and supply of innovative therapies. You will also support the development and lead the commissioning of a new Pharmacy Clinical Trials Aseptic facility including dedicated ATMP cleanrooms.

You do not need to have worked with ATMPs previously. ATMP experience is desirable rather than essential, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced aseptic or manufacturing pharmacist looking to develop expertise in this evolving field.

Main duties of the job

As Accountable Pharmacist for CTAS, you will lead and coordinate the unlicensed unit providing injectable Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) and selected high-risk injectable medicines across the Trust.

You will:

• Lead and develop aseptic services, ensuring appropriate technical, professional and regulatory standards.
• Lead and develop ATMP aseptic services, ensuring appropriate technical, professional and regulatory standards.
• Support clinical teams with expert advice on the safe handling, supply and governance of aseptic doses including ATMPs.
• Lead the commissioning and operational delivery of the new dedicated Pharmacy Clinical Trials Aseptic facility.
• Support the set-up and delivery of clinical trials involving aseptically prepared IMPs and ATMPs.
• Provide senior leadership across Radiopharmacy and Hyperpolarising Gas manufacturing services, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with Pharmacy Quality Assurance, research teams, sponsors and clinical colleagues.
• Develop and support multidisciplinary teams and act as a source of specialist technical expertise across the Trust.

Above all, you will ensure that patient safety and experience remain at the heart of these specialist services while helping OUH develop its capability to deliver novel and advanced therapies.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most respected NHS teaching trusts, providing world-class healthcare across four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre and Horton General Hospital and over one hundred satellite sites. Find out more information here OUH at a Glance 2026/27

You’ll become part of an organisation at the forefront of patient care, research, education and innovation. You’ll have access to excellent learning and development opportunities, work alongside highly skilled multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to services that make a real difference.

Our commitment toDelivering Compassionate Excellence is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence, we strive to create an environment where staff feel supported, valued and empowered to thrive. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel and the OneTeamOneOUH - LIVING OUR VALUES video.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and safe workplace for everyone. As signatories to the NHS Sexual Safety Charter, we have a zero-tolerance approach to inappropriate behaviour and are dedicated to fostering a culture where all colleagues feel welcomed, respected and able to be themselves. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Please refer to the full Job description and person specification for more information.

If you are passionate about technical pharmacy, research, innovation and are looking for a senior role where you can influence the future of specialist pharmacy services, we would love to hear from you.

Person specification

Essential and desirable

• GPhC registration
• Aseptic experience
• Managing staff
• PTQA / equivalent
• Clinical Trials experience

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit tothe ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitalu spromotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

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When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

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Application numbers:

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Band 5 NurseandBand 2 Healthcare Support Workerrecruitment iscentralised, meaning when you apply you will be considered fora number of rolesacross the Trust. If you have any questions please email: [e-mail] .

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