Higher Scientific Officer in Addlestone

Higher Scientific Officer – Regulatory Supply Team (Temporary Assignment) Location: Addlestone Contract: Full-time, Monday–Friday (37 hours), hybrid with on-site requirement Start: Immediate Length: Until June 2026 (with potential to extend) Pay: £38,700 to £43,00 per annum, pro rata (including holiday pay) About the Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Higher Scientific Officer to join a specialised Regulatory Supply Team within a government environment supporting national access to key medicinal products. This team sits at the heart of how medicines are assessed, monitored, and made available in the UK. You will work closely with scientific colleagues and external stakeholders in a target-driven setting where precision and quality are essential. Key Responsibilities You will contribute to core regulatory and scientific activities, including: Preparing scientific summaries of assessment reports for publication in line with quality standards. Reviewing variation applications relating to medicinal products, including evaluation of supporting documentation. Assessing requests to import products that are not currently authorised in the UK. Evaluating defect notifications to determine any potential impact on product availability. Supporting process improvement initiatives within the wider organisation. Managing your own workload to meet defined performance targets. Taking an active role in team discussions and ongoing quality assurance activity. Skills & Experience Required We are seeking someone who brings: A relevant scientific degree (e.g., Biology, Pharmaceutical Science) or equivalent experience. Strong ability to interpret and summarise complex scientific information for different audiences. Exceptional attention to detail. Confidence producing accurate, evidence-based written work. Working Pattern This is a full-time position (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday), with at least three days of the working week required on-site (potentially more during initial training). Immediate Availability Required We are looking for candidates who can start immediately and commit to the full duration of the assignment through to June 2026