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Head of Clinical Trials Pharmacy


Main area: Clinical Support

Grade: Band 8a

Hours: Full time, Part time, Flexible working, Home or remote working - 37.5 hours per week

Job ref: 188-CL100226

Site: University Hospital Southampton

Town: Southampton

Salary: £55,690 - £62,682 Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata

Closing: 23/02/2026

Head of Pharmacy Clinical Trials  – University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS)

UHS is offering an exciting opportunity to lead our established and highly regarded Clinical Trials Pharmacy team.

In this lead role, you will manage a team of over 30 staff, including pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy assistants, delivering pharmacy services for more than 250 clinical trials across a wide range of clinical specialties. This is a unique and challenging leadership position within pharmacy practice.

You will work closely with UHS Research & Development, collaborate with local NHS trusts, and contribute to national groups shaping best practice in the pharmacy management of clinical trials. The role offers significant scope to influence service development, support innovation, and ensure the safe and effective delivery of clinical trial medicines.

This post is ideal for an experienced pharmacy leader with a significant experience in clinical research/trials  and service improvement.


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