Deputy Chief Radiopharmacist

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced individual to take a leading role in the development and delivery of the Radiopharmacy service across Cheshire and Merseyside.

The post-holder will work closely with the Chief Radiopharmacist to provide strategic, managerial, and professional leadership to the Radiopharmacy team.

The Radiopharmacy at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT) is a purpose-built facility delivering a wide range of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging, therapy, clinical trials (including investigational medicinal products), and blood labelling.

As Deputy Chief Radiopharmacist, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. You will support the development of clinical expertise within the team and lead on the implementation of new technologies, as well as the preparation and clinical application of new radiopharmaceuticals.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking individual with substantial experience in aseptic services and radiopharmacy. You will bring a clear vision for the development of the Radiopharmacy's quality assurance and control services, helping to position the department as a centre of excellence aligned with our state-of-the-art facilities.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year.

The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.

Details Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£76,965 to £88,682 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

287-DSS-215-25-B

Job locations

Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Prescot Street, Liverpool, L7 8XP

Job description

Strategic Leadership

• Support the Chief Radiopharmacist in the strategic development and delivery of Radiopharmacy services across LUHFT and the Cheshire & Merseyside region.
• Contribute to service transformation, business planning, and innovation aligned with Trust and regional objectives.
• Engage with regional, national, and international professional bodies and contribute to the development of Radiopharmacy and Nuclear Medicine policies and standards.
• Represent the Trust at key meetings and forums to promote best practice and ensure the Trust remains at the forefront of radiopharmaceutical development.

Operational Management

• Deputise for the Chief Radiopharmacist as required, including periods where a pharmacist must be present for regulatory or operational reasons.
• Support both the Production and Quality Control teams to ensure a safe, effective, and compliant Radiopharmacy service.
• Provide professional and managerial leadership to either the Production or Quality Control team, while working collaboratively across both teams depending on service needs.
• Oversee day-to-day…