Job summaryWe seek an experienced and ambitious Head of Radiopharmacy to lead our large, regional, MHRA Specials Licenced Radiopharmacy Service. This is an exciting opportunity to shape service delivery and support the growth of Nuclear Medicine services within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and the wider region. This role provides strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant production and supply of radiopharmaceuticals, leading a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.The post-holder also acts as regional coordinator for Radiopharmacies across the South Yorkshire and Humber area and will be key to developing a regional strategy for the future provision of regional radiopharmacy services to improve service delivery, capacity and resilience. They are expected to provide a key link for the region into the UK Radiopharmacy Group.Face to face interviews will be held on Thursday 8th October 2026.Departmental tours prior to interview can be arranged.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will:Lead the Radiopharmacy Service and its workforce.Ensure compliance with MHRA and other regulatory requirements.Drive service development, innovation and quality improvement.Work closely with both the Nuclear Medicine Section Head and Technical Manager to manage resources, budgets and workforce planning effectively across the whole service.Work closely with Radiopharmacy teams in other Trusts across the region in provision of robust regional radiopharmaceutical supply.Support research, education and the introduction of new radiopharmaceuticals.Build strong relationships with clinical, scientific and managerial colleagues.We are looking for a leader with expert radiopharmacy knowledge, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care.About usYou will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.Sheffield Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in the country, delivering acute services across five hospital sites. You will join a large, dedicated, supportive and forward-thinking Nuclear Medicine and Radiopharmacy team committed to delivering excellent patient care through innovation, collaboration and clinical excellence. Our multidisciplinary service brings together Clinical Scientists, Technologists, Radiographers, Nurses and Clinicians to provide cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic services.Sheffield and the Peak District combine vibrant industrial heritage and a modern urban culture with direct doorstep access to Britain's first national park. Known as "The Outdoor City," one-third of Sheffield lies within the Peak District, and the city and region offer a unique blend of buzzing independent food scenes, world-class climbing, and dramatic gritstone edges.DetailsDate posted07 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8cSalary 79,504 to 91,609 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number190-1930-DIRJob locationsNorthern General Hospital; Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHSFTSheffieldS5 7AUUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.Person Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialA degree in a physical, biological or other suitable science (e.g. physics, chemistry, pharmacy) or equivalent at 2ii or aboveStatutory professional registration (HCPC or GPhC)Post-graduate qualification in Quality Assurance, Radiopharmacy or other suitable subject to MSc/MPharm level or equivalentPhD or equivalent level of knowledge/expertise in Radiopharmacy Experience EssentialSignificant experience within Radiopharmacy or similar service, including relevant experience at senior levelSignificant post-qualification experience working in a NHS hospital pharmacy (MHRA Specials licensed or Section 10), or in the pharmaceutical industry. This to include involvement in operational management and development of a pharmacy quality management systemThorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)DesirableExperience of radiopharmaceutical production for intravenous administration Person Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialA degree in a physical, biological or other suitable science (e.g. physics, chemistry, pharmacy) or equivalent at 2ii or aboveStatutory professional registration (HCPC or GPhC)Post-graduate qualification in Quality Assurance, Radiopharmacy or other suitable subject to MSc/MPharm level or equivalentPhD or equivalent level of knowledge/expertise in Radiopharmacy Experience EssentialSignificant experience within Radiopharmacy or similar service, including relevant experience at senior levelSignificant post-qualification experience working in a NHS hospital pharmacy (MHRA Specials licensed or Section 10), or in the pharmaceutical industry. This to include involvement in operational management and development of a pharmacy quality management systemThorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)DesirableExperience of radiopharmaceutical production for intravenous administrationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameSheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressNorthern General Hospital; Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHSFTSheffieldS5 7AUUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressNorthern General Hospital; Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHSFTSheffieldS5 7AUUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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