Lead RD Pharmacist

NHS; Colchester; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Clinical Trials Pharmacist to join their Research and Development Unit. This role offers the chance to work flexibly in a collaborative environment, contributing to cutting-edge pharmaceutical research. You will lead specialist clinical trials pharmacy services, delivering expert pharmaceutical care to oncology and haematology patients. With a commitment to high-quality care, this position promises professional growth and the opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care. If you are passionate about advancing your career while improving patient outcomes, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Training and Development

Pension Schemes

Wellbeing Programs

Qualifications

• GPhC registered with a Masters Degree in Pharmacy.
• Extensive hospital experience in clinical pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in Specialist Clinical Trials Pharmacy Services.
• Deliver specialised clinical pharmacy services to oncology and haematology patients.

Skills

Clinical Trials Experience

Oncology Knowledge

Haematology Knowledge

Pharmaceutical Care

Organisational Skills

Training and Educating Staff

Technical Pharmacy Skills

Education

Masters Degree in Pharmacy

GPhC Registration

GCP Certification

Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology

Job description

Job summary

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a passionate, highly motivated, and dynamic Clinical Trials Pharmacist to join the Research and Development Unit at the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust.

Our service is built around providing high-quality care to our patients and staff. ESNEFT holds an MS License for the manufacture of Specials and MIA (IMP) for manufacturing Investigational Medicinal Products for Clinical Trials.

This position will be based at either Ipswich Hospital or Colchester Hospital, with cross-site coverage to ensure consistent service delivery and quality.

Applicants should have experience in clinical trials, oncology, or haematology. You will be part of a dynamic team including research-focused Chief Investigators, Principal Investigators, Consultants, AHPs, pharmacy staff, and a dedicated R&D team, all striving for excellence.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work flexibly, contributing expertise to cutting-edge pharmaceutical research.

Main duties of the job

1. Provide leadership in Specialist Clinical Trials Pharmacy Services for Oncology & Haematology and other specialties at ESNEFT.
2. Deliver specialised clinical pharmacy services to oncology and haematology patients.
3. Collaborate with senior R&D colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated and efficient pharmacy services.
4. Provide expert pharmaceutical care to patients on clinical trials, ensuring KPIs are met.
5. Focus on patient-centred activities, clinical trials, and pharmacy service management, with strong organisational skills.

About us

We are ESNEFT, serving nearly one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex, delivering care from hospitals, community clinics, and in patients' homes.

As one of the largest NHS organisations in England with over 12,000 staff, we support our staff with training, development, flexible working, pension schemes, and wellbeing programs.

We are committed to digital transformation, partnering with Epic to implement a leading electronic patient record system, enhancing hospital life for staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and professional growth, we want to hear from you.

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Details

• Posted on: 02 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 8a
• Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Pattern: Full-time
• Locations: Colchester or Ipswich Hospital

Job responsibilities

For full details, see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• GPhC registered
• Masters Degree in Pharmacy
• GCP certification
• Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Practice or equivalent
• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Assurance or equivalent

Qualifications (Desirable):

• Independent Prescribing Qualification

Experience (Essential):

• Extensive hospital experience in clinical pharmacy
• Experience with oncology and haematology patients
• Experience working as a releasing pharmacist in an Aseptics Unit
• Proven clinical trials experience
• Handling high-risk medicines
• Training and educating staff
• Technical and clinical pharmacy skills

Experience (Desirable):

• Budget management and drug expenditure monitoring
• Knowledge of Primary Care

Additional information

This role is subject to a DBS check, and UK professional registration is required. For details, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Colchester or Ipswich Hospital, Colchester, CO4 5JL

Website: https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/