Specialist Clinical Trials Pharmacist | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS teaching trust in Oxford is seeking a Clinical Trials Pharmacist to manage pharmacy aspects of innovative clinical trials. This role requires expertise in pharmaceuticals and project management, offering opportunities for professional growth in aseptic preparation and regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a pharmacy degree and experience in clinical settings. The position closes on 13 Nov 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical trials and pharmacy settings.
• Understanding of ICH/GCP regulations.
• Ability to coordinate with clinical trial teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmacy aspects of clinical trials from setup to closure.
• Provide updates on pharmaceutical aspects of trials.
• Ensure compliance with regulations regarding Investigational Medicinal Products.

Skills

Pharmaceutical expertise

Project management

Aseptic preparation

Collaboration

Education

Pharmacy degree

Job description

Hello, my name is Sergio and I am one of the Lead Pharmacists in the Clinical Trials Pharmacy department. We are a multicultural team which values diversity, inclusion, collaboration and a commitment to excellence.

We are seeking a dynamic Clinical Trials Pharmacist to play a pivotal role in advancing our portfolio of innovative clinical trials. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine pharmaceutical and project management expertise. Your responsibilities will include the updating and preparation of in‑house documentation, overseeing supply, storage of investigational medicinal products, and thereby contributing to the success of pharmacy participation in clinical trials that shape the future of medicine.

You will be key in orchestrating and managing pharmacy aspects within our clinical trials. Your responsibilities will extend beyond traditional pharmacy roles, involving strategic planning, resource coordination, and project execution to ensure successful completion of clinical trials. If you are a forward‑thinking pharmacist eager to integrate project management skills into your role, this is the opportunity for you.

The post will allow you to gain experience in Aseptic Preparation of the IMPs in our clinical trials aseptic unit and ATMP Unit.

Applicants not meeting the full person specification will be considered. If successful, the applicant would be appointed to a lower band until competencies for this post are achieved. All training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of Pharmacy Clinical Trial from setup to clear down. This encompasses, but is not restricted to: Feasibility review to determine if trial can be supported by clinical trials pharmacy.
• Present costings to sponsors for pharmacy operational expenses during the trial.
• Setup and update study specific documents.
• Process amendments in timely manner.
• Proactively address challenges to ensure progression of trials, maintaining patient safety and data integrity.
• Provide regular updates on pharmaceutical aspects of trials to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Accuracy check oral and aseptically prepared trial medications as required.
• Co‑ordinate and deliver Pharmacy support to Researchers in the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust.
• Work with the dedicated Clinical Trial Team, to plan the workload for Pharmacy Services for the Trust and ensure operational implementation.
• Ensure Pharmacy procedures relating to clinical trials involving Investigational Medicinal Products are in accordance with appropriate regulations (ICH/GCP, EU Directive 2001/20/EC, FDA, GMP) and with Research Governance Framework.
• Provide highly specialised professional expertise to Researchers in the development of clinical trial protocols involving medication and related substances and to provide advice & information regarding the application for Clinical Trial Authorisation certification from the MHRA.
• Interact with and support Clinical Trial Technicians and Senior Technical Officer.

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 four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu.

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 this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

For a Detailed job description and main responsibilities please refer to the Job Description document attached.

This advert closes on Thursday 13 Nov 2025.