Advanced Specialist Pharmacist – Oncology, Haematology & Aseptic Compounding

About the role

The Advanced Specialist Pharmacist (ASP) will lead medicines optimisation within oncology, haematology and aseptic compounding services at Beaumont Hospital and its affiliated sites. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the ASP provides high‑level clinical input, ensures safe and cost‑effective use of medicines, and supports a range of specialist pharmacy services.

Key responsibilities

• Lead medicines optimisation and stewardship programmes across defined clinical areas.
• Provide expert medication advice on dosing, drug selection, administration, therapeutic drug monitoring and use of unlicensed medicines.
• Act as a professional resource for pharmacists and other healthcare professionals, delivering specialist input in oncology, haematology and aseptic compounding.
• Drive education, training and mentorship for pharmacy staff.
• Participate in research, evaluation and quality‑improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to medication safety, informatics and the development of pharmacy policies.

Required profile

• Registered pharmacist with advanced specialist qualification (FIP Advanced Level II) in oncology/haematology or related area.
• Demonstrated leadership in a clinical pharmacy setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills for advising clinicians and mentoring staff.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and research.

Required skills

• Aseptic compounding
• Medication safety
• Therapeutic drug monitoring
• Antibiotic stewardship
• Clinical pharmacy
• Pharmacology

What we offer

• Competitive salary on the Advanced Specialist Pharmacist scale (€82,756‑€94,871, LSI1 €98,003).
• Full‑time permanent contract (35 hours/week).
• Opportunities for professional development, research and leadership.
• Supportive multidisciplinary environment within a leading Irish teaching hospital.