Job summaryThis 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 jobYou 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.About usIf 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.
DetailsDate posted: 19 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £50,129 to £57,365 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 050-PST114-0826-A
Job locations: Glan Clwyd Hospital, Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ, United Kingdom
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- MPharm degree or equivalent
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical council
- Post Graduate MSc/Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience and/or qualifications
Desirable- Accredited or eligible to be accredited as a HEI Clinical Pharmacy diploma/MSc tutor
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
ExperienceEssential- Broad post registration experience
Desirable- Experience in specialist clinical area
Aptitude and AbilitiesEssential- 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- Development of protocols and procedures
- Evidence of supervising or mentoring pharmacy staff
- Teaching and presentational skills
- Evidence of successful management of people
ValuesEssential- Enthusiasm for training
- Committed to self-study and self-development
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer detailsEmployer name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address: Glan Clwyd Hospital, Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Pharmacy Hospital Operations Manager, Samantha Huntley, samantha.huntley@wales.nhs.uk, 03000845393
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