Part-Time Medical Advisor — Medicines Regulation

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 117,000 - 144,000; Part time

Job summary

Ministry of Health in Wellington is seeking a Medical Advisor to evaluate clinical evidence for new medicines and regulate medicines in ongoing use. The role focuses on balancing benefits and risks, advising committees, and ensuring patient safety through pharmacovigilance.

The successful candidate will hold a medical qualification with NZ Medical Council registration, demonstrate clear communication, and manage a dynamic workload with changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Medical qualification and registration with the New Zealand Medical Council are required.
• Strong analytical skills to assess clinical evidence across medicines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for advisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate clinical evidence to support regulatory decisions for medicines.
• Advise expert committees by presenting clinical evidence and recommendations.
• Identify risks in medicine applications and propose clinical/regulatory solutions.
• Monitor medicine safety and contribute to pharmacovigilance and post‑market oversight.
• Support team capability and ensure high‑quality clinical advice across projects.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

Medical degree

Job description

Ministry of Health in Wellington is seeking a Medical Advisor to evaluate clinical evidence for new medicines and regulate medicines in ongoing use. The role focuses on balancing benefits and risks, advising committees, and ensuring patient safety through pharmacovigilance.

The successful candidate will hold a medical qualification with NZ Medical Council registration, demonstrate clear communication, and manage a dynamic workload with changing priorities.