Job Description

We are looking for registered senior pharmacy technicians interested in building a career in research in one of the biggest oncology and haematology research teams in Guy's Hospital, London. Successful candidates will be excellent communicators with an eye for detail, demonstrated effective customer service skills, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the day-to day maintenance of the oncology pharmacy clinical trials portfolio.
Ensuring that all oncology pharmacy clinical trial files contain allnecessary documentation and are kept up todate
Preparing (and update as required) clear and accurate written dispensing procedures for dispensing staff for each clinical trial in accordance with International Conference for Harmonisation for Good Clinical Practice( ICHGCP) and each study's protocol
Preparing (and update as required) clear & accurate final checking procedures for rotational pharmacists in accordance with ICH GCP and each study's protocol
Prepare (and update as required) a clear and accurate written summary of each clinical trials protocol.
Create drug accountability records, patient I.D logs and other documents deemed necessary (where the study sponsor has not alreadyprovided)
Ensure that all files contain copies of all relevant regulatoryapprovals
Review oncology clinical trial documents prior to initiation of a new study, assess the suitability local documents and procedures relating to procurement, storage and dispensing of study medication and make recommendations for changes when appropriate.
Dispensing clinical trials
Manage the security & maintenance of all clinical trial drugs
Responsible for routine monitoring visits and 'close down' procedures for clinical trials
About us
As part of Kings Health Partners, the Oncology and Haematology Clinical Trials (OHCT) team is made up of ninety plus staff members consisting of Research Nurses, Clinical Trial Practitioners, Clinical Trial Coordinators and the Safety & Support Team at Guys' and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Within the OHCT Pharmacy team there is a mixture of pharmacists technicians and assistant.
We work closely with the oncology and haematology medical teams to recruit patients to our trials and to ensure patients are monitored closely throughout. We have a large portfolio of Phase II and III trials; which are split into teams for specific tumour groups. We also have a team dedicated to early phase trials and run weekly early phase clinics in the Clinical Research Facility. We attract commercial and non-commercial trials, ranging from interventional drug or radiotherapy trials to observational studies.
Our mission statement is 'Improving treatment choice, clinical care and outcomes for cancer patients through innovation, dedication and excellence in clinical trials'.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
37,259 to 45,356 a year p.a. inc HCA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
196-LIS9874M
Job locations
Guys Hospital
Great Maze pond
London
SE1 9RT
Job description
Job responsibilities

• Help manage, develop, organise and maintain the Oncology Pharmacy Clinical Trials Portfolio in conjunction with the Highly Specialist Clinical Trials Pharmacist, ensuring compliance with ICH GCP guidelines, The Research Governance Framework, the E.U Clinical Trials Directive and other relevant guidelines, regulations and policies.
• Assist with training and assessment of pharmacy staff undertaking Clinical trial work within Oncology Pharmacy
• Develop, review & revise policies, guidelines and procedures regarding clinical trials services
• Write precise and concise standard operating procedures (SOPs) for each new clinical trial with respect to dispensing, final checking and procurement of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) which are final checked by the Highly Specialist Clinical Trials Pharmacist.

KeyRelationships
A list of staff the post holder will have regular contact with
Within Pharmacy: Principal Technician Oncology/Aseptic Services, Dispensary managers, Pharmacists and Technical staff.
Others: Research nurses, Investigators (Consultants), Junior Doctors and other research personnel. Representatives from the Pharmaceutical Industry, non-commercials research organisations and regulatory authorities. Job description
Job responsibilities

• Help manage, develop, organise and maintain the Oncology Pharmacy Clinical Trials Portfolio in conjunction with the Highly Specialist Clinical Trials Pharmacist, ensuring compliance with ICH GCP guidelines, The Research Governance Framework, the E.U Clinical Trials Directive and other relevant guidelines, regulations and policies.
• Assist with training and assessment of pharmacy staff undertaking Clinical trial work within Oncology Pharmacy
• Develop, review & revise policies, guidelines and procedures regarding clinical trials services
• Write precise and concise standard operating procedures (SOPs) for each new clinical trial with respect to dispensing, final checking and procurement of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) which are final checked by the Highly Specialist Clinical Trials Pharmacist.

KeyRelationships
A list of staff the post holder will have regular contact with
Within Pharmacy: Principal Technician Oncology/Aseptic Services, Dispensary managers, Pharmacists and Technical staff.
Others: Research nurses, Investigators (Consultants), Junior Doctors and other research personnel. Representatives from the Pharmaceutical Industry, non-commercials research organisations and regulatory authorities.
Person Specification
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential

• Degree in Pharmacology , Pharmaceutical science or equivalent. Or NVQ Level 3 in pharmacy services.
• Dispensing assistant qualification or course will be required to be undertaken as per required timelines
• GCP Training
• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• MSC / Diploma
• A1 workplace assessor award or working towards
• Completion of the Accreditation Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme (ACPT)

Experience
Essential

• Previous evaluated experience of supervising staff and workload on a day-to-day basis
• Previous evaluated experience of participation in project and audit work
• Mandatory Professional CPD as defined by General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• Demonstrated experience of ability to appraise staff and set performance objectives

Skills
Essential

• Demonstrated ability to write SOPs
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and organise routine daily, using own initiative, whilst supervising and leading a team
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure accurately
• Demonstrated ability to communicate more complex and sensitive information effectively using clear written and spoken English to overcome barriers to understanding
• Demonstrated IT skills including: ? Email ? Word processing ? Spreadsheets Accurate data entry
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and accurately complete complex routine and non-routine documentation.

Desirable

• Demonstrate ability manage performance
• EPIC hyperspace / willow computer systems

Person Specification
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential

• Degree in Pharmacology , Pharmaceutical science or equivalent. Or NVQ Level 3 in pharmacy services.
• Dispensing assistant qualification or course will be required to be undertaken as per required timelines
• GCP Training
• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• MSC / Diploma
• A1 workplace assessor award or working towards
• Completion of the Accreditation Checking Pharmacy Technician Scheme (ACPT)

Experience
Essential

• Previous evaluated experience of supervising staff and workload on a day-to-day basis
• Previous evaluated experience of participation in project and audit work
• Mandatory Professional CPD as defined by General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• Demonstrated experience of ability to appraise staff and set performance objectives

Skills
Essential

• Demonstrated ability to write SOPs
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and organise routine daily, using own initiative, whilst supervising and leading a team
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure accurately
• Demonstrated ability to communicate more complex and sensitive information effectively using clear written and spoken English to overcome barriers to understanding
• Demonstrated IT skills including: ? Email ? Word processing ? Spreadsheets Accurate data entry
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and accurately complete complex routine and non-routine documentation.

Desirable

• Demonstrate ability manage performance
• EPIC hyperspace / willow computer systems

Skills Required