Working in an MHRA licensed aseptic production facility.
* To be the senior Radiopharmacist/Radiopharmaceutical Scientist in the Radiopharmacy.
* In collaboration with the Production Manager, to help and plan the development of production methods spearhead the production of gallium based Radiopharmaceuticals.
* In collaboration with the QA help develop and maintain the Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS) compliant with EU GMP requirements as applicable to the manufacture of 'Specials' licensed medicines and IMP Radiopharmaceuticals.
* To help plan, organise and co-ordinate the provision of analytical and environmental monitoring services from contract laboratories.
* To help maintain a database of environmental monitoring results and produce monthly trend reports.
* To contribute to the annual programme of self-inspections of Radiopharmacy.
* To perform Quality Control testing of radiopharmaceutical preparations.
* In collaboration with the Production and QA Managers to maintain awareness of forthcoming changes to the requirements of EU GMP and to plan the implementation of all such changes.
* To participate in teaching and training including competency based training of staff and other trainees.
Are you ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? We have an exciting opportunity in the Radiopharmacy Department at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, where we are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our innovative, patient-focused team-even if you don't have direct experience in Radiopharmacy.
We welcome applications from Clinical Pharmacists, as well as those with experience in aseptic services, who are eager to expand their skills and explore a fulfilling role in Radiopharmacy. This position is ideal for someone passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare and developing new skills in a supportive environment. Role Highlights: As the Senior Pharmacist / Radiopharmaceutical Scientist, you'll play a leading role in the future of our Radiopharmacy Department. Working within a team of highly professional and dedicated staff, your contributions will help shape the quality and delivery of our radiopharmaceutical services. We are committed to providing you with comprehensive training to help you become confident and proficient in all aspects of your role, from technical skills to advanced regulatory knowledge.
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background., Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: - applied for a Graduate visa - or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment - or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment. This vacancy will close at midnight on 3rd December 2024 Interviews are due to be held on 17th December 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.