Skip to main content
Please wait, loading

Job summary

Main area
Clinical Trials
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Participate in the provision of general public holiday and weekend pharmacy services as necessary. Willingness to participate in “on call” out of hours duty roster as necessary)
Job ref
050-PST114-0826
Employer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Glan Clwyd Hospital
Town
Bodelwyddan
Salary
£50,129 - £57,365 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
13/09/2026 23:59

Employer heading

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board logo

Pharmacist - Clinical Trials

Band 7

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.

 

Job overview

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 safe and effective management of investigational medicinal products (IMPs) in accordance with regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice. This will include assisting in the review of clinical trial protocols, supporting study set-up, and participating in the dispensing, supply, and monitoring of trial medicines. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide pharmaceutical advice, support patient care, and ensure accurate documentation and accountability of trial activity.

The successful candidate will demonstrate good clinical knowledge, strong organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise workload within a busy and evolving environment. You will have effective communication skills and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. A commitment to professional development, patient safety, and continuous improvement is essential, and you will be supported to develop further clinical and research skills within this specialist area.

Please note that this post includes participation in a weekend and public holiday rota to support the wider Pharmacy service.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications

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
Desirable criteria
  • Accredited or eligible to be accredited as a HEI Clinical Pharmacy diploma/MSc tutor
  • Non-medical prescribing qualification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Broad post registration experience
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in specialist clinical area

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential criteria
  • 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
Desirable criteria
  • Development of protocols and procedures
  • Evidence of supervising or mentoring pharmacy staff
  • Teaching and presentational skills
  • Evidence of successful management of people

Values

Essential criteria
  • Enthusiasm for training
  • Committed to self-study and self-development

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Working ForwardApprenticeships logoDisability confident leaderStonewall Top 100Stop Smoking Wales is the NHS Smoking Cessation Service in WalesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.hyderus o ran anableddTime to changeStonewall Top 100 EmployersCore principles

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

Apply online now

Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Samantha Huntley
Job title
Pharmacy Hospital Operations Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
03000 845393
Apply online nowAlert me to similar vacancies