At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in aseptic preparation for clinical trials and ensure compliance with GMP standards.
- Company: Join Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a leading NHS teaching trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a chance to make a real impact in healthcare.
- Other info: Support the building of a new facility and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of innovative research and patient care in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: UK registered pharmacist with experience in aseptics or manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 46300 - 52800 £ per year.
Overview
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking Lead Pharmacists for Manufacturing and an Accountable Pharmacist role to join the Clinical Trials Aseptic Services (CTAS) and Radiopharmacy / Hyperpolarised Gas units.
The role requires a UK registered pharmacist with experience in aseptics or manufacturing.
The position focuses on aseptic dispensing of doses for patients in clinical trials or other novel agents, and you will lead a dedicated team of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, SMT and healthcare scientists who are passionate about research.
Training is available for radiopharmaceuticals and hyperpolarised gas if needed.
You will work with a QA team to ensure GMP and QAAPS standards are delivered while supporting the building and commissioning of a new CTAS facility.
Responsibilities
- You will be the Accountable Pharmacist for the Clinical Trials Aseptic Services (CTAS) and responsible for the management, leadership and co-ordination of the unlicensed unit providing injectable Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs), Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) and selected high-risk injectable medicines to all trust divisions.
- You will be responsible for the aseptic preparation of doses for a portfolio of trials and ensuring that GCP requirements are met.
- For the MHRA MS Radiopharmacy & Hyperpolarising Gas Units you will line-manage the Production Manager(s) and ensure the service is run in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
- You will work closely with colleagues to ensure that clinical trials for IMPs are set up in accordance with sponsor requirements and align with UK, trust and pharmacy best practices.
- You will act as a role model and source of expert advice for pharmacy and clinical staff for aseptic preparation and ATMPs.
- You will act to ensure the safety of the patient and their experience remains at the centre of the service provided, while supporting the well-being of staff across the teams.
- You will support the building and commissioning of a new CTAS facility to further enable its extensive research portfolio.
- Working for our organisation
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.
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.
Delivering Compassionate Excellence focuses on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.
These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family.
Application notes
Interview date: Wednesday August, on-site. If this role is of interest, please get in touch for an informal chat and we look forward to potentially meeting you at interview.
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Lead Pharmacists For Manufacturing And Accountable Pharmacist employer: Oxford University Hospitals
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. With flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career growth within a renowned healthcare setting, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality patient care in the vibrant city of Oxford.
Contact Details:
Oxford University Hospitals Recruitment Team
