Senior Commissioner, Medicines Regulation & Patient Safety

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK health agency is seeking a Commissioner for the Commission on Human Medicines. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, be able to communicate complex scientific information, and actively participate in national expert discussions. Responsibilities include advising on the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicines and engaging with patient experiences. Applications must be submitted through the official website by 14 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Recognised by peers and/or a Fellow of the relevant Royal College in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics.
• Demonstrate effective communication and contribute to the CHM.
• Assimilate complex scientific information quickly.
• Incorporate patients' lived experience in committee discussions.

Responsibilities

• Possess or develop knowledge of UK medicines regulatory procedures.
• Assist the CHM in advising Ministers.
• Communicate effectively and consider wider views of risk and benefit.

Skills

Skilled communicator

Ability to assimilate complex scientific information

National expert scientific committee operation

Understanding of patient engagement

Education

Recognition by peers and/or Fellow of the Royal College in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Job description

A UK health agency is seeking a Commissioner for the Commission on Human Medicines. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, be able to communicate complex scientific information, and actively participate in national expert discussions. Responsibilities include advising on the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicines and engaging with patient experiences. Applications must be submitted through the official website by 14 January 2026.