- Feasibility review to determine if trial can be supported by clinical trials pharmacy.
- Set-up 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 trial medications as required.
- Work with the dedicated Clinical Trial Unit (CTU) 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.
- To support the wider pharmacy department in the provision of a high-quality pharmacy service to the Trust
- To provide professional input and knowledge in the management of clinical trial material in the Trust and to ensure that all trials are conducted in accordance with the highest possible standards, and in compliance with the principles of GCP (Good Clinical Practice), Good Dispensing Practice and Good Manufacturing Practice
- Post GPhC registration UK hospital experience (min 18 months)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
- Understanding of Good Clinical Practice and Good manufacturing Practice in relation to clinical trials
- Clinical experience in a range of clinical specialties
- Management of staff/ staff appraisal
- Previous experience in clinical trials/research
- Good Clinical Practice Certificate
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
- Good organisational skills, self and others.
- Ability to motivate self and others
- Demonstrate evidence of excellent clinical knowledge and skills.
- Ability to manage change
- Familiarity with CMM (formerly JAC) Pharmacy Computer System
- Ability to demonstrate a strong interest in clinical research
Senior Pharmacist, Clinical Trials - Carshalton, United Kingdom - Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
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Job summary
Senior Pharmacist Clinical Trials
We have an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic pharmacist to join our Clinical Trials Pharmacy team and work closely with the Research and Development (R&D) team to support the set-up and delivery of clinical trials at the Trust.
The successful candidate will 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 forward-thinking and passionate about making a positive contribution to the care of patients involved in cutting-edge clinical trials, we want to hear from you
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
Participate in all aspects of Pharmacy Clinical Trial from setup to close down. This encompasses, but is not restricted to:
About us
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of medical services to approximately 490,000 people living across southwest London and northeast Surrey. In addition, we provide more specialist services, in particular renal and neonatal intensive care, to a wider area, covering parts of Sussex and Hampshire.
We serve an area that is rich in diversity, with a mix of urban and rural areas, and differing levels of quality of life. We cover some of the most prosperous postcodes in the country, as well as some poorer areas. Together with our colleagues at NHS Surreyand NHS Sutton and Merton, we work to make sure that we deliver the best possible care to the communities we serve.
The Trust employs approximately 5,000 staff across its hospitals and issupported by over 500 volunteers.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
In the full job description you will see clearly the full range of duties within these roles that will enable you to work as part of the pharmacy team and in collaboration with the Research and Development Team.
Tell us in your application how you meet the criteria in the attached person specification.
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