4/5 Progressive Pharmacy Technician - Clinical trials

at  University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role
There is an exciting opportunity for a pharmacy technician or science manufacturing technician to become part of the clinical trials pharmacy aseptic team focusing on the delivery of aseptic clinical trials at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, by working in our oncology, CIVAS and advanced therapy units. The role will involve set-up, preparation and dispensing of aseptic products for clinical trials and building worksheets on our in-house compounding system to allow the safe and efficient manufacture of clinical trials.
We are looking for either a current band 5 with relevant experience, or will offer you a band 4 progression role with support to develop competencies and skills to become a band 5.
Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site for 5 days a week (Monday-Friday). Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of medicines innovation and development, by playing a part in research that will shape the future of medical treatments. UHS hosts a large variety of studies, including novel cell therapies and phase 1 trials, for various specialities such as cancer, neurology, ophthalmology, and haematology.
You will work closely with the specialist pharmacist teams in clinical trials, advanced therapies, haematology/oncology and our technical services team, and the research teams to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of investigational medicinal products (IMPs) in compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.

WHAT EXPERIENCE/SKILLS ARE NEEDED:

Pre- and in-process checking within aseptic unit(s) (PIPC) accreditation, or willingness to work towards this qualification.
You will need great attention to detail, organisational skills, knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and be passionate about providing high standards of patient care to patients enrolled on clinical trials.
Attached you will find the person specification, which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
If you are hired as a band 4, there will be a framework in place for the training and targets to meet to progress to a Band 5

You will be responsible for organising daily clinical trials workload to ensure the requirements of the service are met, prepare & dispense aseptic products for clinical trials (including chemotherapy and advance medicinal products), and build & maintain up to date Clinical Trials worksheets.
For an overview of the main duties and to understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail, please see the Job Description and Additional Information Sheet documents also attached.
This role will also involve a weekend working commitment in the aseptic units, which would be half a day every 6 weeks.