IDWG's In Vitro Diagnostics Expert Advisory Group

NHS; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A national healthcare regulatory body in the UK is seeking professional members for its In Vitro Diagnostics Expert Advisory Group. The role, part-time and fixed-term for 3 years, involves making informed decisions based on evidence, contributing to discussions on clinical matters, and maintaining official confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have experience in the in vitro diagnostics field and must be adept at interpreting complex data. Salary depends on experience, with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate the qualities, skills, and experience to meet all essential criteria for appointment.
• Willing to develop a working knowledge of UK MDR and EU IVDR regulatory framework.

Responsibilities

• Take full account of evidence in making decisions.
• Consider equality, diversity, and inclusion in discussions.
• Assess benefit and risk related to evidence presented.

Skills

Experience in IVD field

Committee membership experience

Leader in field

Complex scientific information interpretation

Communication skills

Job description

Job summary

IMPORTANT: Application Instructions

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To apply for this position, please email your application form, CV, completed declaration of interests form and monitoring form directly to [e-mail].

The Interim Devices Working Group (IDWG) is looking to appoint professional members to the In Vitro Diagnostics Expert Advisory Group (IVD EAG).

The IVD EAG is a subgroup of the IDWG that provides independent expert advice to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) on the development, implementation, and evaluation of IVD devices. The group's objective is to ensure that IVD regulations, guidance and regulatory practices support innovation, maintain high standards of safety and efficacy, and align with international and domestic leading practices.

IVD EAG is formed of experts in the field of in vitro diagnostics, including scientists, engineers, clinicians, pathologists, and diagnostics regulatory specialists. Representatives from relevant government departments and agencies, e.g. NICE, Devolved Administrations, NIHR, UK HSA, etc. Non-industry stakeholders, including representatives from academia and learned organisations such as the Royal Colleges and Biomedical faculties and patient or patient group representatives.

Main Duties

As a member you will:

Take full account of the evidence in making decisions and consider the analysis and interpretation of the evidence prepared by MHRA.

Consider equality, diversity and inclusion in all of the EAG discussions.

Have a flexible attitude, ability and enthusiasm to work as a team member.

Assess benefit and risk in relation to evidence presented in order to contribute expertise to generate effective actions to mitigate risk.

Read papers in advance of meetings.

Occasionally comment on documents in between meetings by email.

Keep the work of the EAG confidential. Declare conflicts of interest and adhere to the Code of Practice.

About us

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) enhances and improves the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.

Job Details

Date posted: 17 December 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: Depending on experience £0

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 3 years

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number: K0015-IVDEAG25-2a

Job locations: Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency, 10 South Colonnade, London, E14 4PU

Job Description

For full details on job description, please refer to advert attached in this vacancy or visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/interim-devices-working-group#current-vacancies

To make an application please email your application form, CV , completed monitoring form and declaration of interest form to: [e-mail], quoting the position and reference IVDEAG25-2a in the subject field.

Person Specification – Experience Essential

• The Member must be able to demonstrate the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment.
• Experience in IVD field;
• Current or previous experience of committee membership(s);
• Be recognised by their peers as a leader in their field e.g. national academies and Royal Colleges (for specialist posts only);
• Be able to assimilate and interpret complex scientific information and formulate evidence-based comments / advice at short notice;
• Be able and prepared to contribute actively to the work of the EAG, including on issues outside of own specialism;
• Be a skilled communicator;
• Be willing to develop a working knowledge and understanding of UK MDR and EU IVDR regulatory framework and procedures;
• Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to the work of the EAG;
• Be willing to declare conflicts of interest;
• Be committed to the values of selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, professionalism, impartiality and consistency.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency

10 South Colonnade

London

E14 4PU

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/medicines-and-healthcare-products-regulatory-agency (Opens in a new tab)