Job summaryThis is an exciting opportunity to help establish a dedicated Pharmacy Clinical Trials team at Glan Clwyd Hospital. As part of a growing research portfolio, including significant oncology and haematology activity supported by the North Wales Cancer Centre, you will play a key role in enabling patients across North Wales to access innovative and potentially life-changing treatments through clinical research.
Working closely with pharmacy, research and development, and multidisciplinary colleagues, you will provide leadership for the clinical trials pharmacy service and contribute to its ongoing development. This is a rare opportunity to shape a newly developing specialist service, influence practice, and develop new ways of working within an expanding research environment. If you are looking for a role that combines clinical expertise, leadership, service development, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care, this position offers an excellent platform to help shape the future of clinical trials pharmacy within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the jobYou will lead the pharmacy clinical trials service, ensuring the safe and compliant management of investigational medicinal products (IMPs) across a varied research portfolio. Responsibilities include protocol review, study set-up, oversight of trial medicines, provision of specialist pharmaceutical advice, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and Good Clinical Practice requirements. You will work closely with clinicians, research teams, sponsors, and pharmacy colleagues to support the safe delivery of clinical trials and contribute to audit, governance, service improvement, and workforce development activities.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated pharmacist with strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient safety. You will demonstrate leadership, sound judgement, and the ability to analyse complex information and work effectively across professional boundaries. Experience in oncology, haematology, aseptic services or research would be advantageous.
The post includes participation in a weekend and public holiday rota supporting the wider pharmacy service.
About usIf you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
DetailsDate posted22 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
58,379 to 65,723 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number050-PST104-0726-AJob locationsGlan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddanLL18 5UJUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMPharm degree or equivalentPost Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualificationsNon-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. DesirableMember of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society & registration with the FacultyAccredited or eligible to be accredited as a Higher Education Institute Clinical Pharmacy diploma/MSc tutorTraining qualification Leadership and/or management qualification
Experience
EssentialMust be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience working in the managed sector and/or community pharmacyDesirableExperience in relevant clinical areaLeadership and management experience
Aptitude and Abilities
EssentialGood verbal/written communication skillsDecision-making abilityProblem solving skillsDemonstrate ability to influence and negotiate within a multidisciplinary team settingEvidence of implementation of changeGood communicator, motivated, able to lead and work as part of a teamAbility to set and meet deadlinesAbility to prioritise and delegateDevelopment of protocols and proceduresDesirableEvidence of successful management of peopleEvidence of supervising or mentoring pharmacy staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMPharm degree or equivalentPost Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualificationsNon-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. DesirableMember of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society & registration with the FacultyAccredited or eligible to be accredited as a Higher Education Institute Clinical Pharmacy diploma/MSc tutorTraining qualification Leadership and/or management qualification
Experience
EssentialMust be able to demonstrate suitable level of experience working in the managed sector and/or community pharmacyDesirableExperience in relevant clinical areaLeadership and management experience
Aptitude and Abilities
EssentialGood verbal/written communication skillsDecision-making abilityProblem solving skillsDemonstrate ability to influence and negotiate within a multidisciplinary team settingEvidence of implementation of changeGood communicator, motivated, able to lead and work as part of a teamAbility to set and meet deadlinesAbility to prioritise and delegateDevelopment of protocols and proceduresDesirableEvidence of successful management of peopleEvidence of supervising or mentoring pharmacy staffDisclosure 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.
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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. xohmjla For further information please see
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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
