We are looking for an experienced professional to support the leadership and development of the GPhC’s research function. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape evidence-based decision making across the organisation and contribute to work that supports safe and effective pharmacy care across Great Britain.
Closing date: 28th July 2026 (11.59pm)
Interview dates: w/c 10 August 2026
Salary: The starting salary for this post is £39,554, plus benefits
Location: Canary Wharf, London (Hybrid working)
Hours: 35 hours per week, from 9.00 to 5.00, Monday to Friday
Role
The Research Manager plays an important role in supporting the GPhC’s research, evaluation and insight activity, helping to ensure that organisational decisions, policy development and strategic priorities are informed by robust evidence and analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working strategically whilst also managing varied and meaningful projects within a complex and evolving environment. The role would particularly suit candidates with experience of research leadership, stakeholder engagement, project management and translating research findings into practical insight as well as an understanding of pharmacy practice.
Key Responsibilities and Qualifications
- Have extensive experience of research methodologies, governance frameworks, and evidence-based practice.
- Possess strong analytical skills, including experience of data analysis, reporting, visualisation and interpretation.
- Be confident developing research proposals, managing and delivering multiple research projects and workstreams simultaneously.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and external partners.
- Take a proactive and solution-focused approach to improving processes, systems and ways of working.
- Have an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Benefits
- 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy an additional 5 days.
- Pension scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Career breaks and sabbaticals.
- Life assurance, season ticket loan, bike loan and many more.
About the GPhC
We are a respected regulatory body that regulates pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacies in Great Britain. We work to assure and improve standards of care for people using pharmacy services. Our organisation has a long-term vision and a desire for highly skilled and specialist staff. We are committed to providing workforce learning and development opportunities.
We have adopted a hybrid working approach which combines office and home working. Staff are currently required to attend the office for a minimum of 12 days per quarter, with these arrangements due to be reviewed in January 2027. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive culture and are committed to holding ourselves to the same standards we expect of others.
Equality and Diversity
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and being inclusive in all our work as a health professions regulator.
Application Process
Applications require a supporting statement; applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.
Pre-employment Screening
This role is subject to a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In addition, the GPhC will conduct Fitness to Practise checks for any applicant who is currently or previously a registrant of the GPhC. Applicants will be asked to declare this during the application process and may be subject to further internal verification. Any findings may be considered as part of the recruitment decision.
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