Cardiovascular Medicine Commissioner (CHM)

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health regulatory authority in the UK is seeking a Commissioner for the Commission on Human Medicines. This role requires recognized expertise in Cardiovascular Medicine and involves advising health ministers on safety and efficacy of medicines. Candidates must be skilled communicators who can assimilate complex scientific data and incorporate patient perspectives into discussions. Applications accepted only through the specified public appointments website, with a closing date of January 14, 2026.

Qualifications

• Recognised by peers or Fellow of the relevant Royal College in Cardiovascular Medicine.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively on a national expert scientific committee.
• Prepared to actively contribute to the work of the CHM.

Responsibilities

• Possess or develop a working knowledge of UK medicines regulatory procedures.
• Assist the CHM to provide advice to Ministers.
• Engage with the wider view of risk and benefit as perceived by patients and the public.

Skills

Skilled communicator

Ability to assimilate complex scientific information

Understanding of patient engagement

Education

Fellow of the relevant Royal College in Cardiovascular Medicine

Job description

A public health regulatory authority in the UK is seeking a Commissioner for the Commission on Human Medicines. This role requires recognized expertise in Cardiovascular Medicine and involves advising health ministers on safety and efficacy of medicines. Candidates must be skilled communicators who can assimilate complex scientific data and incorporate patient perspectives into discussions. Applications accepted only through the specified public appointments website, with a closing date of January 14, 2026.