Radiopharmacy Chief Technical Officer | University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Chief Technical Officer to lead their Radiopharmacy Unit. This Band 8a role requires ensuring compliance with EU GMP standards, managing the technical team, and supporting service development initiatives. The successful candidate will possess advanced knowledge of GMP and radiopharmacy operations, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills. The Trust promotes a diverse workforce and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care across South West England. This role offers an exciting opportunity in a forward-thinking healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of GMP and radiopharmacy operations.
• Experience in leadership and staff management.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations in the Radiopharmacy Unit.
• Manage multidisciplinary technical team and ensure service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with EU GMP standards and Trust policies.
• Participate in service development and clinical trials.

Skills

Leadership

GMP knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant degree in science or pharmacy

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Chief Technical Officer to lead the technical operations of our Radiopharmacy Unit within the Diagnostics and Therapies Division. This pivotal Band 8a role involves overseeing the safe and effective preparation of radiopharmaceuticals for both diagnostic and therapeutic use across UHBW and partner NHS Trusts. As the named Production Manager on the MHRAlicence, you will ensure compliance with EU GMP standards, radiation safety regulations, and Trust policies. You will also act as the Lead Radiation Protection Supervisor and Radiation Waste Supervisor, playing a key role in maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will manage and coordinate a multidisciplinary technical team, ensuring efficient service delivery and continuous quality improvement. Responsibilities include staff supervision and development, stock control, documentation, and operational planning. You will lead on service development initiatives, support clinical trials, and contribute to training and education within the department and wider Trust. This role requires a proactive leader with advanced knowledge of GMP, radiopharmacy operations, and regulatory frameworks, as well as excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward‑thinking multi‑award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world‑leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Dec 2025