Senior Pharmacist – Clinical Trials & R&D Lead

The Methodist Church in Britain; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust seeks an advanced pharmacist to lead its pharmacy clinical trials service within the Research and Development framework. The postholder will oversee trial product procedures, ensure GCP compliance, and prepare for MHRA inspections while guiding industry and clinical liaison.

The role shapes the department's transformation programme and develops training for the wider team. Registration with the GPhC is essential, along with significant specialty practice.

Qualifications

• Degree or Masters in pharmacy and a relevant postgraduate hospital pharmacy qualification.
• Registration with the GPhC is essential.
• Significant experience in specialty pharmacy practice and clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Take professional responsibility for the pharmacy clinical trial service and ensure legality, safety and efficacy of IMPs.
• Lead production of clinical trial procedures and ensure compliance with GCP and directives.
• Prepare services for MHRA inspection and liaise with industry and clinical teams.
• Lead the R&D agenda and deliver education on clinical trial medicines to staff.

Skills

GPhC registration

Education

Degree or Masters in pharmacy

Postgraduate qualification relevant to hospital pharmacy practice

Job description

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust seeks an advanced pharmacist to lead its pharmacy clinical trials service within the Research and Development framework. The postholder will oversee trial product procedures, ensure GCP compliance, and prepare for MHRA inspections while guiding industry and clinical liaison.

The role shapes the department's transformation programme and develops training for the wider team. Registration with the GPhC is essential, along with significant specialty practice.