We are currently looking for a Pharmacy Team Leader to join a leading contract research organisation in Cambridgeshire.
To develop and lead a team of formulation scientists and technicians preparing formulations in support of pre-clinical studies. The Senior Team Leader is responsible for planning the workload and maintaining quality.
Ensure that the GXP services meet current and future world-wide regulatory compliance and internationally recognised quality standards.
Maintain an up to date knowledge of scientific advancements and developments relevant to Pharmacy procedures.
Disseminate knowledge of new scientific advancements and developments to Pharmacy staff.
Plan, organise and oversee the workload of the Pharmacy formulation areas at HRC.
Liaise closely with the Pharmacy Manager ERC regarding scheduling and resource.
Ensure all work generated by the team complies with regulatory requirements is of the highest quality data and all formulations are issued in a timely manner.
Ensure that all requests for work are dealt with promptly and effectively to the required regulatory and scientific standards.
Review and approve Pharmacy methodology ensuring it is fit for purpose and scientifically valid.
Review and approve Pharmacy documentation.
Prepare or amend Standard Operating Procedures.
Review Protocols and ensure the requirements of Pharmacy are clear, understood and achieved, discussing any concerns with the Study Director.
Ensure all errors are thoroughly investigated and reported following appropriate Company procedures.
Assist in the maintenance of quality metrics and propose solutions to quality issues.
Ensure that common working practices are adopted and maintained.
Drive process improvements within the Department.
Drive the evaluation, validation and implementation of new technologies and equipment, including IT systems.
Act as a key contact for internal and external customers, ensuring customers receive prompt and appropriate responses to queries and are regularly updated where requested.
Maintain agreed customer service levels.
Host Sponsor tours and regulatory inspections and maintain a thorough knowledge of current departmental issues.
Lead and motivate an effective team.
Assist in the overall management of HRC Pharmacy including:
Assisting with revenue recognition
Assisting with recruitment and salary reviews
Performance review
Health & safety
Attendance monitoring
Absence management
To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
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