Lead SACT Trials Pharmacist

NHS; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Lead SACT Trials Pharmacist to oversee oncology and haematology clinical trials. This role involves coordinating pharmaceutical aspects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and expanding the clinical trials portfolio. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team in the new Dyson Cancer Centre, enhancing their expertise in cancer treatment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Compressed hours

Staff wellbeing program

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a relevant field.
• GCP trained.
• Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pharmaceutical aspects of oncology and haematology clinical trials.
• Ensure compliance with clinical trials regulations and guidelines.
• Lead the setup of oncology & haematology clinical trials.

Skills

Clinical Trials Support

Oncology Knowledge

Haematology Knowledge

Education

Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree or equivalent

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent

Registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Job description

Go back Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Lead SACT Trials Pharmacist

The closing date is 08 June 2025

Research and clinical trials are a very important part of the National Health Service. Everyday clinical trials investigating medicines are being run across the country which are working towards new and improved treatments for patients.

The successful candidate will be a hard-working and professional individual who enjoys being part of research. The principal objective of this role is to provide leadership for the oncology & haematology clinical trials and effective oversight directing the safe and timely set up and maintenance of these clinical trials at the trust.

The post holder will build and expand the oncology & haematology clinical trials portfolio whilst ensuring compliance with International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP), clinical trials regulations, the research governance framework and other relevant guidelines and policies. The post holder will be responsible for the development and approval of oncology and haematology clinical trials prescriptions.

There is a unique opportunity as part of this role to work within the Cancer Services team in the new Dyson Cancer Centre at the RUH, enabling the postholder to enhance their specialist knowledge in this area.

Main duties of the job

o To coordinate all pharmaceutical aspects of oncology and haematology clinical trials across the Trust, and to help ensure the provision of a quality pharmaceutical dispensing and aseptic service to patients of the Trust with regard to these trials.

o Comply with specific guidance and regulations relating to clinical trials, for example International Conference on Harmonisation for Good Clinical Practice (ICH E6 R2 GCP), the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Amendment Regulations 2006, Clinical Trials Directive 2001/20/EC, and other relevant guidelines, regulations and policies on Good Clinical Practice and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) for Clinical Trials.

o Lead and direct the setting up oncology & haematology clinical trials of investigational medicinal products (CTIMPs) accurately following sponsor provided clinical trial documents and within sponsor and trust agreed timelines.

o Support and develop the Trust Research & Development portfolio.

o Be the delegated Lead Pharmacist for oncology & haematology and radiopharmacy clinical trials.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed job description, person specification and further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifcations & Training

• Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree or equivalent
• Registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year pre-registration training and minimum 3 years' experience
• Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain
• GCP trained

Knowledge & Experience

• Demonstrate involvement in supporting clinical trials.
• Understanding of Clinical Trials legislation
• Relevant experience working in Oncology/Haematology field.
• Experience working in a pharmacy clinical trials department
• Experience working in pharmacy aseptics unit
• Knowledge of current and future developments in cancer treatment.

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.

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Part-time,Flexible working,Compressed hours