Job Description

We are seeking a well-motivated and experienced Lead Radiopharmacy Clinical Scientist (Pharmaceutical Scientist) to join our Nuclear Medicine team. The position is based at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, however the post holder will very occasionally be required to work at the West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven (approximately 40 miles away).



The Radiopharmacy located at the Cumberland Infirmary manufactures Tc99m labelled diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals as multi-dose vials supplied to both sites. The Radiopharmacy operates under and MHRA Manufacturers "Specials" Licence and sits within the Nuclear Medicine department. The team undertake both clinical nuclear medicine and radiopharmacy duties on a rotational basis.



This is an exciting time to join our department and service. The trust has recently approved a project to build a brand new radiopharmacy facility in Carlisle. This post will be heavily involved in this project and the shape of the radiopharmacy service in North Cumbria going forwards.



The nuclear medicine services in Carlisle and Whitehaven have undergone significant redevelopment with a refurbished department in Whitehaven and the installation of two new SPECT/CT cameras (one in Whitehaven and one in Carlisle). Both services undertake a wide range of imaging, non-imaging and out-patient therapy work.

We would expect you to have:

specialist in-depth knowledge and understanding of the manufacture of injectable medicines as well as good knowledge of the associated legislation; good communication skills and a demonstrable ability to work as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have experience working within radiopharmacy, but applications are welcome from candidates with experience in other areas of aseptic manufacturing. Radiopharmacy specific training can be provided by the department



The successful appointee will be an integral part of the local Nuclear Medicine team which includes clinical scientists, clinical technologists, nursing and administrative staff.



You should have a post graduate degree or equivalent qualification with significant clinical pharmaceutical scientist experience and be on or eligible to join the Register of Clinical Scientists with the HCPC within six months.



The banding is subject to band matching review.

If you would like to discuss this post further please contact:

Peter O'Sullivan, head of Nuclear Medicine on 01228 814700, email: Peter.O'Sullivan@ncic.nhs.uk or Lisa Welsh Chief Clinical Technologist for Carlisle on 01228 814701, Lisa.Welsh@ncic.nhs.uk



At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.



Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':



Being a clinically led organisation



Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust



A positive patient experience every time



A great place to work



Managing our money well



As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.



Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.



Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.



Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.



If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview



Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies



Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Important Information



Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.



For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following:



Junk Mail is checked regularly

Disclosure and Barring Service:

On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect.

The changes mean that:

youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure

the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed.



If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so.

Nacro - Tel:

0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk

Unlock - Tel:

01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website



The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:



Please note the cost of the DBS check has increased from 2 nd December 2024

Standard Check:

21.50 + Administration cost of 5.90 = 27.40. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

Enhanced Check:

49.50 + administration cost of 5.90 = 55.40. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.



As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits.



A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable.



27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years



Flexible working Scheme



Excellent opportunities for development



Competitive NHS Pension scheme



Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies



EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems



These schemes are subject to availability