Specialist Pharmacist – Surgical & Aseptic Services

About the role

The Specialist Pharmacist will join the Pharmacy & Medicines Service at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, delivering clinical pharmacy services across a range of surgical specialties. This permanent, full‑time position offers the chance to shape service delivery while gaining leadership experience in aseptic services.

Key responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical pharmacy support to General Surgery, Critical Care, Orthopaedics and Reproductive Medicine.
• Deputise for the Aseptic Services Manager, overseeing sterile preparation and related technical processes.
• Contribute to service innovation, staff leadership, education and training initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high‑quality patient care.
• Develop and maintain advanced pharmacist credentials.

Required profile

• Registered pharmacist with experience in surgical or critical‑care settings.
• Demonstrated interest in aseptic pharmacy services and leadership development.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and patient‑centred care.

Required skills

What we offer

• Specialist experience across multiple surgical specialties in a leading teaching hospital.
• Supportive, multidisciplinary environment with established non‑medical prescribing roles.
• Clear pathways for career progression and leadership development.
• Competitive salary band (£52,845‑£61,466) and full benefits package.