Medical Policy Associate

We are the UK's aviation and aerospace regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

The Medical Policy Associate is part of the wider Safety Operations Policy Team and supports the Medical Policy Lead in the following key areas:

• The development and management of policy and guidance material for aeromedical certification;
• The communication and provision of medical policy and advice to internal and external stakeholders;
• The delivery of the medical regulatory safety management system.

These activities contribute to a proportionate, evidence-based regulatory framework and support the effective management of aeromedical safety risks across all sectors of aviation, from recreational flying to commercial air transport. Working under the guidance of the Medical Policy Lead, the Associate will work alongside medical professionals and colleagues from a range of disciplines, both within and outside the organisation. The role offers opportunities to build knowledge, skills and experience in this dynamic and rewarding field.

We are looking for someone at an early stage of their career, with a genuine enthusiasm for the subject area and a commitment to professional development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the planning, coordination, and allocation of medical policy development activities.
• Arrange and facilitate working groups for the purpose of policy development.
• Contribute to policy and rulemaking projects, including preparing mandates, briefing papers, and other supporting materials.
• Maintain and manage accurate records of policy, guidance material and other documents.
• Assist in the development and presentation of the medical content on the CAA website.
• Help communicate medical policy and guidance to internal and external stakeholders, including responding to queries and providing timely support.
• Support medical safety assurance meetings and the broader management of aeromedical risks and actions through safety panels and committees.
• Demonstrate CAA values in all aspects of the role: do the right thing, respect everyone, never stop learning, build collaborative relationships.
• Work in accordance with CAA policies, procedures and management systems.

About you:

• Experience or demonstrated interest in aviation.
• A background in a biomedical, healthcare or related scientific discipline.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to assimilate and apply technical, sometimes complex, information.
• A methodical and proactive approach to work with attention to detail and quality.
• Effective organisation and time management skills, and the ability to manage priorities.
• Practical experience of working collaboratively with others to achieve objectives.
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point) and a willingness to learn new software and systems.
• Experience of supporting or contributing to evidence-based policy making.
• Experience of safety regulation and safety management systems.

Please note: Occasional attendance at UK scientific and other professional meetings, aeromedical examiner premises or aeromedical centres.

For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holders must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance. To be vetted you must have the right to work in the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken. If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application.

The CAA values high ethical standards and personal integrity among employees. If invited for interview you will be asked to complete a declaration of interest.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We recognise that many of our candidates find artificial intelligence to be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be rejected on that basis.

Explore What We Offer section on our careers website to find out about our benefits and how we support work-life balance.

Our values: Do The Right Thing, Never Stop Learning, Build Collaborative Relationships, Respect Everyone.