Expert Benefit Risk Evaluation Assessor - £76,000 p.a. + benefits

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency; London; Hybrid; GBP 76,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Expert Benefit Risk Evaluation Assessor to join their dynamic Benefit Risk Evaluation Team. This full-time, permanent role involves conducting thorough benefit-risk assessments of medicines and medical devices, utilizing diverse data sources and scientific expertise. The successful candidate will engage with various stakeholders to provide evidence-based safety recommendations and implement risk mitigation strategies. With a flexible hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to public health regulation in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Civil Service pension contribution

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in evaluating benefits and risks of medicines.
• Strong knowledge of regulations for medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Assess benefits and risks of medicines and devices based on safety signals.
• Document evaluations to support regulatory decisions.

Skills

Benefit-Risk Evaluation

Regulatory Knowledge

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or related field

Job description

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Job Summary

We are currently looking for an Expert Benefit Risk Evaluation Assessor to join our Benefit Risk Evaluation Team within the Safety & Surveillance group. This is a full-time, permanent role based at 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4PU. Please note, this position is UK-based only.

Working Arrangements

We are adopting a flexible, hybrid working model with a minimum of 8 days per month on-site, which can flex up to 12 days depending on business needs. Attendance is essential for collaboration with stakeholders.

About MHRA

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhances public health through the regulation of medicines and medical devices, supported by science and research.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will provide benefit-risk assessments of safety signals, using diverse data sources and scientific expertise. Effective communication with stakeholders, including patients, healthcare professionals, and government bodies, is essential. The role involves making timely, evidence-based safety recommendations and engaging across multiple teams within the agency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assess benefits and risks of medicines and medical devices in response to safety signals.
2. Document benefit-risk evaluations to support regulatory decisions.
3. Recommend actions to optimize safety and efficacy.
4. Provide scientific opinions to inform assessments and safety actions.
5. Implement risk mitigation strategies, including licensing updates and safety alerts.

Person Specification

• Extensive experience in benefit-risk evaluation of medicines and/or medical devices.
• Strong knowledge of medicines and medical device regulations, including international standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex assessments under deadlines.

Additional Benefits

• Salary: £76,000 plus a Civil Service pension contribution of £22,017.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Flexible working, health and wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities.

Application Process

Apply via the Oracle Recruit system with a CV and supporting statement. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview and a presentation. For more info, contact [e-mail].