Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice

Closing date: 29 October 2025

Full time, Band 3 with progression to Band 4 after completion of the apprenticeship. The role offers professional registration with the Institute of Science and Technology and internal competency development.

Main duties

• Participate in a programme of work based training and development across aseptic dispensing and manufacture in the Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit (CTASU).
• Carry out day to day aseptic services in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Support the preparation of clinical trial doses, including cytotoxics, epidurals, antibiotics, injectables and novel agents.
• Maintain accurate product worksheets, label batch numbers, and ensure finished products are packed and delivered safely.
• Assist with clean room/isolator cleaning rota, environmental monitoring, and equipment servicing.
• Work flexible hours, including weekend, evening, bank holiday and seven day shifts in the early CTASU rota.

Learning and training

• Complete the Level 3 Diploma in the Principles of Aseptic Pharmaceuticals Processing.
• Undergo 20% off the job training and attend virtual college sessions.
• Gain practical experience in CTASU, with short rotations into Radiopharmacy and Quality Assurance.
• Maintain Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training and adhere to CTASU standard operating procedures.

Qualifications and experience

• BTEC Level 2 in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent (willingness to undertake).
• Previous NHS experience.

Person specification

• Ability to work at an isolator fully gloved and gowned.
• Enthusiastic, responsible, professional, and team player attitude.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, using own initiative.
• Adaptable to a changing working environment and well organised.
• Experience of team working and working on own initiative.
• Clinical trials experience.

Employer details

• Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Churchill Hospital / John Radcliffe Hospital
• Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 per annum pro rata, with progression to Band 4
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full time
• Reference number: 321 CORP B3
• Job locations: Churchill Hospital / John Radcliffe Hospital

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