250509 (KMc) Advanced Pharmacist, Education Research & Development

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

About the Role This post contributes to national and local priorities in pharmacy education, through liaison with other education and training pharmacists in Scotland, with PSDS and the Schools of Pharmacy and other training providers. The post will scope current and future service needs, and the pharmacists’ workforce knowledge and skills requirements for service delivery. This post will have a key role in the ERD team’s leadership in the assurance of research governance, support for research and service development programmes, professional development for staff in the research pillar of practice, and the facilitation of clinical academic career pathways.

This post contributes to pharmacy practice research and supports staff and students to undertake projects and disseminate their findings. You will be supported to deliver a clinical session alongside ERD responsibilities, and you will also be given opportunities to be trained in and to facilitate Simulation Based Education and Physical Assessment Skills. Why Join Us?

The vision for the Pharmacy & Medicines Service is to deliver clinically led, person-centred services to ensure patients across Lothian get the best from their medicines and pharmacy services. We are focussed on creating an environment where each person in the team has the opportunity to flourish, develop and make best use of their skills. About You We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated leader with an interest in developing a portfolio of education, research and development.

You will have experience of undertaking practice-based research and supervising others undertaking research, audit or quality improvement projects. Experience of development of training programmes and delivery of teaching would be advantageous. Essential Qualifications and Competencies A Master of Pharmacy Degree (or equivalent).

Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). An Independent Prescribing Qualification. Candidates who have NOT completed a Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy must demonstrate substantial progress across the four pillars of the RPS Core Advanced Pharmacist Curriculum through: Engagement with the RPS Core Advanced Curriculum Active participation in a community of practice/peer network Submit a screenshot of portfolio (programme of learning page) Complete the RPS learning needs analysis tool to assess progress with the Core Advanced Curriculum and any gaps that will need addressed as part of PDP plans Candidates who have completed a Postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy should complete the learning needs analysis (LNA) using the LNA tool in the RPS e‑portfolio, identifying any gaps that will need addressed as part of PDP plans.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Proven expertise in service development, including the design and implementation of healthcare initiatives. A strong background in training and education, with experience delivering impactful sessions for healthcare professionals. Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, enabling effective decision‑making.

About NHS Lothian At NHS Lothian, we are committed to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workforce. Serving a population of 900,000, we are the second-largest health system in Scotland and home to one of its four teaching boards. Join a dynamic organisation that values innovation, research, and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Contact Elaine Rankine | Head of Pharmacy Education, Research and Development – Email: [email protected] Seonaid McIntyre | Advanced Pharmacist, Pharmacy Education, Research and Development – Email: [email protected] Legal and Security Requirements To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to check this as well as the responsibilities involved can be found in the further information for this vacancy.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long‑term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices. This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a regulated role, your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. #J-18808-Ljbffr