Job summary Are you looking for a unique opportunity to develop and manage an electronic Pharmaceutical Quality Management System? The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has a vacancy for a new post to manage and support the development of the quality management system. We are currently using the Ideagen Quality Management system. The Aseptic unit will be applying for a Manufacturing Specials (MS) licence in 2026 and require development of the current system. Experience in Pharmacy Technical Services or the pharmaceutical industry and a good knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practise(cGMP) and regulatory requirements are essential for this role. Main duties of the job For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most. About us Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities. Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey. Date posted 26 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 23 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number TEMP_500 Job locations Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital Barrack Road Exeter Devon EX2 5DW Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role: This is a fixed term contract for 23 months This post provides a unique opportunity to join the pharmacy team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust based at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital(Wonford) in Exeter. Previous experience with computerised quality management systems particularly Q-Pulse /Ideagen Quality Management would be an advantage. Good general computer skills and knowledge are essential for this role and the ability to teach staff with less computer experience how to use the system. The post holder will be embedded into the Pharmacy Quality Assurance/Quality control Team. As a key member of the Trust, youll be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients when they need it most. Job responsibilities To support in order to ensure continued compliance to regulatory standards -Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) related to Pharmacy Technical Services (Technical Service Unit (TSU), Exeter Pharmaceutical Services (EPS), Radiopharmacy (RP) and Quality Assurance (QA)). This involves: The maintenance of the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) across Pharmacy Technical Services. Leading on the scheduling and delivery of internal audits. Addressing internal and external audit findings and self-inspection findings and supporting others to do likewise. Acting as Quality Reviewer and Departmental Manager to review records on the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) including performing and reviewing impact and risk assessments, review of action plans and review for closure. Completing your assigned actions on the eQMS. Raising and reviewing records and action plans on the eQMS including audits, exceptions/deviations, out of specification results, complaints and capacity issues in line with local procedures. Review of records on the eQMS for closure. Any other activities involved in the maintenance of the QMS. Driving continuous improvement and promote a culture of quality across all Pharmacy Technical services. Write and approve validation protocols and reports. Complete validation protocols and reports. Review of environmental monitoring data to identify trends and ensuring these are logged on the eQMS. Participate in the department rota to ensure a pharmacy service is provided efficiently over 7 days including weekends, late duties and bank holidays Person Specification Qualifications / Professional Registration Essential Hours level Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field or equivalent experience. Or Basic qualification in pharmaceutical sciences (BTEC) or an equivalent scientific qualification to same level with a Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology or similar. Eligible to be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), Royal Society for Chemistry (RSC) or Royal Society for Biology (RSB) or Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS). Post-graduate certificate or diploma in relevant field or equivalent knowledge Desirable Master Qualification in a scientific discipline (preferably in Pharmaceutical Manufacture) or be willing to work towards a Diploma / Master's degree while in post. Experience and knowledge Essential Aseptic preparation and Good Manufacturing practice Experience of training others Accuracy checking training Customer care Good dispensing, distribution, manufacturing practice Incident and error reporting Experience and knowledge of pharmaceutical Quality Management Systems Experience and knowledge of regulatory guidance and standards relating to pharmaceutical quality management (e.g. GMP, GDP and ICH Q10) Experience and knowledge of risk management Experience in supporting change management Desirable Knowledge of clean room design and functioning Managing change Risk assessments Incident and error reporting Health &Safety / COSHH assessments Project management Experience in audit Experience in training and presenting Hospital pharmaceutical QA/QC and/or manufacturing/aseptic preparation service experience Management/Supervisor experience Working Pattern: 37.5 per week Monday to Friday 08:30am 17:00pm and weekend working approximately one weekend in six. Interview date: Monday 28th April 2025. Please note that you will be notified via email regarding the result of your application. For further details please contact: Paul Lobb, Pharmacy Quality Assurance Manager, on paul.lobbnhs.net or by telephone 01392 402499. Please note, this is a fixed term contract for 23 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you. Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role: This is a fixed term contract for 23 months This post provides a unique opportunity to join the pharmacy team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust based at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital(Wonford) in Exeter. Previous experience with computerised quality management systems particularly Q-Pulse /Ideagen Quality Management would be an advantage. Good general computer skills and knowledge are essential for this role and the ability to teach staff with less computer experience how to use the system. The post holder will be embedded into the Pharmacy Quality Assurance/Quality control Team. As a key member of the Trust, youll be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients when they need it most. Job responsibilities To support in order to ensure continued compliance to regulatory standards -Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) related to Pharmacy Technical Services (Technical Service Unit (TSU), Exeter Pharmaceutical Services (EPS), Radiopharmacy (RP) and Quality Assurance (QA)). This involves: The maintenance of the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) across Pharmacy Technical Services. Leading on the scheduling and delivery of internal audits. Addressing internal and external audit findings and self-inspection findings and supporting others to do likewise. Acting as Quality Reviewer and Departmental Manager to review records on the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) including performing and reviewing impact and risk assessments, review of action plans and review for closure. Completing your assigned actions on the eQMS. Raising and reviewing records and action plans on the eQMS including audits, exceptions/deviations, out of specification results, complaints and capacity issues in line with local procedures. Review of records on the eQMS for closure. Any other activities involved in the maintenance of the QMS. Driving continuous improvement and promote a culture of quality across all Pharmacy Technical services. Write and approve validation protocols and reports. Complete validation protocols and reports. Review of environmental monitoring data to identify trends and ensuring these are logged on the eQMS. Participate in the department rota to ensure a pharmacy service is provided efficiently over 7 days including weekends, late duties and bank holidays Person Specification Qualifications / Professional Registration Essential Hours level Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field or equivalent experience. Or Basic qualification in pharmaceutical sciences (BTEC) or an equivalent scientific qualification to same level with a Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology or similar. Eligible to be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), Royal Society for Chemistry (RSC) or Royal Society for Biology (RSB) or Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS). Post-graduate certificate or diploma in relevant field or equivalent knowledge Desirable Master Qualification in a scientific discipline (preferably in Pharmaceutical Manufacture) or be willing to work towards a Diploma / Master's degree while in post. Experience and knowledge Essential Aseptic preparation and Good Manufacturing practice Experience of training others Accuracy checking training Customer care Good dispensing, distribution, manufacturing practice Incident and error reporting Experience and knowledge of pharmaceutical Quality Management Systems Experience and knowledge of regulatory guidance and standards relating to pharmaceutical quality management (e.g. GMP, GDP and ICH Q10) Experience and knowledge of risk management Experience in supporting change management Desirable Knowledge of clean room design and functioning Managing change Risk assessments Incident and error reporting Health &Safety / COSHH assessments Project management Experience in audit Experience in training and presenting Hospital pharmaceutical QA/QC and/or manufacturing/aseptic preparation service experience Management/Supervisor experience Working Pattern: 37.5 per week Monday to Friday 08:30am 17:00pm and weekend working approximately one weekend in six. Interview date: Monday 28th April 2025. Please note that you will be notified via email regarding the result of your application. For further details please contact: Paul Lobb, Pharmacy Quality Assurance Manager, on paul.lobbnhs.net or by telephone 01392 402499. Please note, this is a fixed term contract for 23 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you. 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Employer details Employer name Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital Barrack Road Exeter Devon EX2 5DW Employer's website https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)