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Research and Innovation Pharmacist

NHS
Ashton-under-Lyne
2 weeks ago
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We are looking to recruit a rearch and innovation pharmacist to lead management of clinical trials acrross the trust. We are currently both hosting trials but also will be commencing sponsoring of a multi-site national study in 2025/26. This new role has been funded as part of taking on this additional responsibility. You will report to the Chief Pharmacist and be part of the senior pharmacy team/
Main duties of the job To be the pharmacy lead for R&I based within the pharmacy department for the management of all clinical trials activities in relation to medicines for PCFT. This will include ensuring safe and effective use of trial medication, management of research governance processes, knowledge and skills in relation to clinical trials and close working with all the research networks, Universities, Pharmacy Departments and partner Trusts
About us We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
Access to Continued Professional Development
Involvement in improvement and research activities
Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Job responsibilities Develop, review and disseminate guidelines and SOPs for management of Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPS)
Advise Principal Investigators (PIs) on the legislation and procedures for carrying out clinical trials within PCFT
Support PIs with recruitment to studies involving the wider pharmacy team as appropriate
Advise PIs and other researchers of the current regulations relating to clinical trials applications (Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations 2004 and subsequent amendments) and provide detailed support with clinical trials applications as required.
Assess the future implications for the Trust of trial outcomes and advise R&I and pharmacy staff of these implications as required.
Be responsible for the review of clinical trial protocols and advise on the pharmaceutical aspects of trial conduct, in line with the European Directive.
Ensure that all clinical trial medicine supplies comply with the National Standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (annex 13).
Source clinical trial supplies according to National Standards as required for investigator-led trials.
Provide a randomisation and blinding service where necessary.
Assess the pharmaceutical service implications of all new clinical trials on the Trust, including wider supply and administration issues using the trust risk assessment tool.
Be responsible for the management of all clinical trial dispensing within the Trust and in conjunction with acute Trust pharmacies via SLAs.
Ensure the management of clinical trial documentation and storage in accordance with National Guidelines at local acute trust sites.
Ensure the security of trial medication, randomisation codes and PIN numbers at all times in line with Good Clinical Practice and company SOPs.
Develop a reputation as a source of specialist advice on clinical trials for healthcare professionals within the Trust and primary care.
Be a lead in the PCFT OptiMed research unit further expanding the unit
Person Specification Education / Qualifications Current member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Evidence of CPD and commitment to life-long learning
GCP trained
Experience in taking part in clinical trials or research
Relevant post graduate qualification, i.e. Diploma/MSc in Clinical Pharmacy/ Pharmacy Practice, or Prescribing Sciences (or equivalent experience)
Experience Experience of working in secondary (acute) care
Variety of clinical pharmacy experience including mental health
Previous experience of providing R&I services or advice
Experience in initiating, leading and implementing change and new developments
Experience of developing guidelines / protocols
Experience of influencing and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders
Experience of training healthcare professionals both individually and in groups
Participation in practice based Research
Knowledge of methods of analysis
Experience of management
Knowledge Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and motivate others, and problem solvw
Good analytical and presentation skills (verbal and written)
Good clinical knowledge
Basic IT literacy (use of e-mail, the internet and word-processing)
Knowledge of CTIMP processes
Knowledge of prescribing analysis tools and terminology
In depth understanding of risk, governance frameworks and standards in relation to research
Knowledge and experience of clinical audit
Familiar with health service reforms and the NHS in relation to research
Knowledge of legislation and regulations relating to pharmacy and use of medicines in research
Enhanced IT skills (including word processing and spreadsheets)
Knowledge of project management, in particular managing discrete projects from concept to completion
Skills and Abilities Critical appraisal skills
Data analysis skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both as a team member and independently
Ability to work with multi disciplinary, multi-agency groups
Ability to plan own workload with priorities and objectives and work against tight deadlines
Presentation and teaching skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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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