Cardiac Electrophysiology Research Fellow

Cardiac Electrophysiology Research Fellow

Job description

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Lead Specialist in Radiopharmacy / Radiopharmaceutical Scientist / Radiopharmacist to join the Radiopharmacy team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated team member with excellent operational and clinical leadership qualities, effective communication skills, a flexible approach and an ability to work under pressure.

This post will enable you to develop and utilise your specialist clinical skills within the specialty of Radiopharmacy in a new department which will be opening in 2025.







The move into the new hospital has provided an opportunity for expansion of the current Radiopharmacy service in both scale and scope and would suit a dynamic individual who is looking to broaden their experience and to make a positive contribution to the future development of the UHSussex Radiopharmacy

If you feel you have the relevant experience and enthusiasm for this post, then we’d love to hear from you

Please be aware early starts are essential in this role.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be required to enable the delivery of a comprehensive, efficient and high quality clinical radiopharmacy service to the Trust and external customers.

The role includes the manufacture and QC of a range of radiopharmaceuticals whilst complying with relevant statutory requirements including those related to GMP as defined in The Rules and Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors (MHRA).

The post-holder should have awareness of legislation related to working with radioactive materials.







The post-holder will participate in the effective operation of the Radiopharmacy Quality Management System, including management of documentation, recording and investigation of deviations and use of the change control process.

The post-holder will take a leading role in the qualification and validation of the facility and equipment. This will include ensuring that all equipment is maintained, calibrated and suitable for use.

This post involves the management of a band 6 Radiopharmacy Technician; undertaking their performance reviews and seeing that their training and development needs are met.

Staff are required to have a flexible approach to working hours. The normal hours of the department are from 05 : 00-15 : 30 and staff work shifts to cover the service, with start times varying between 05 : 00 07 : 30 on a rotational basis.







There may be occasions when duties have to be performed outside of the normal working hours of the Department e.g., at weekends.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.

We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us,





and we go above and beyond to meet their needs.

This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be.

From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.







We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see JD for full details

- The post-holder will be required to comply with relevant statutory requirements relating to the manufacture of radioactive medicinal products, including those related to Good Manufacturing Practice as defined in The Rules and Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Distributors (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency).
- The post-holder will participate in the rota for the manufacturing and take a leading role in the quality control testing programme for diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical products for clinical use.

In that capacity the post-holder will be required to act as a Radiopharmacy Operator,





as defined by the Ionising Radiations (Medical Exposure) Regulations, 2017.

- The post-holder will be expected to act as an authorised releasing officer for products manufactured by the Radiopharmacy, performing, under delegated authority, the release of such products for clinical use.
- The post-holder will be required to consign radioactive materials to external sites, in compliance with the statutory requirements applying to the transportation of radioactive materials by road.
- The post-holder will participate in the effective operation of the Quality Management System operated by the Radiopharmacy.

This will include management of documentation, recording and investigation of non-conformances and deviations and use of the change control process.







- The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the routine operation and maintenance of the Radiopharmacy facilities, including undertaking physical and microbiological environmental monitoring and cleaning of the facilities and equipment.
- The post-holder will take a leading role in qualification and validation of the facility and equipment. This will include managing the Asset Register and Permit to Work systems and ensuring that all equipment is maintained, calibrated and suitable for use.

Person specification

Experience and knowledge

Essential criteria

- Minimum of 2 years Radiopharmacy Experience
- Good knowledge of GMP
- BSc (or equivalent) in relevant science discipline

Desirable criteria

- Previous NHS experience






- Experience in Qualification and validation
- Experience of line management

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working : If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting / line manager.

DBS Checks : As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check .

We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa : Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria.

For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Closing adverts early : Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

▶️ Cardiac Electrophysiology Research Fellow
🖊️ University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
📍 Brighton