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Band 7
Full-time

Pharmacist - Clinical Trials

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardGlan Clwyd Hospital, Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ, United Kingdom£50,129 - £57,365Closes 13/09/2026

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Band
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Pattern
Full-time
Posted
28/08/2026
Closes
13/09/2026

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Role summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Pharmacy Clinical Trials team at Glan Clwyd Hospital. You will support a growing research portfolio, working closely with senior pharmacists to deliver high-quality clinical trials pharmacy services, including in oncology and haematology. The role offers a chance to build specialist expertise in clinical trials and contribute to innovative patient care within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. You will also have opportunities to contribute to service development, research, and education.

Key responsibilities

  • Support the delivery of a specialist clinical trials pharmacy service.
  • Contribute to the safe and effective management of investigational medicinal products (IMPs).
  • Assist in the review of clinical trial protocols and support study set-up.
  • Participate in the dispensing, supply, and monitoring of trial medicines.
  • Provide pharmaceutical advice and support patient care within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and accountability of trial activity.

Essential criteria

  • MPharm degree or equivalent
  • Registered with the General Pharmaceutical council
  • Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualifications
  • Broad post registration experience
  • Good verbal/written communication skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Demonstrate ability to work within a multidisciplinary team setting
  • Good communicator, motivated, able to work as part of a team
  • Enthusiasm for training
  • Committed to self-study and self-development

Desirable criteria

  • Accredited or eligible to be accredited as a HEI Clinical Pharmacy diploma/MSc tutor
  • Non-medical prescribing qualification
  • Experience in specialist clinical area
  • Development of protocols and procedures
  • Evidence of supervising or mentoring pharmacy staff
  • Teaching and presentational skills
  • Evidence of successful management of people

Useful to know

Band 7 pay context

Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.

This advert: £50,129 – £57,365 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.

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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Pharmacist - Clinical Trials

The closing date is 13 September 2026

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the developing Pharmacy Clinical Trials team at Glan Clwyd Hospital, supporting a growing and increasingly complex research portfolio. Based within a progressive and collaborative service, you will work closely with senior pharmacists to deliver high-quality clinical trials pharmacy services across a range of specialties, including oncology and haematology within the North Wales Cancer Centre.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build specialist expertise in clinical trials while contributing to innovative patient care. You will be part of a supportive multidisciplinary environment, working alongside clinicians, research teams, and pharmacy colleagues to ensure safe and effective delivery of investigational treatments.

As part of a newly established team, you will also have opportunities to contribute to service development, research activity, and education, making this an ideal role for a pharmacist looking to expand their clinical and research experience.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

You will support the delivery of a specialist clinical trials pharmacy service, contributing to the

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