Innovation Expert Medical

Description

We are currently looking for an Innovation Expert Medical to join our Innovation Accelerator and Regulatory Science Function within the Science Research & Innovation group.

This is a full‑time opportunity on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade Canary Wharf London E14 4PU. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. We are also open to requests for flexible working part‑time and job shares. Please discuss this with the hiring manager before accepting an appointment.

Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.

We are currently implementing a flexible hybrid way of working with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role this can flex up to 12 days a month with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.

Who are we

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices underpinned by science and research.

The Science Research and Innovation Group delivers public health impact world‑leading research innovation and a unique proposition via its Science Strategy. It is divided into 6 sub‑Groups Innovation Accelerator Clinical Investigations and Trials Research and Development Standards Lifecycle Control Testing and Quality Assurance and Health & Safety.

The Innovation Accelerator helps provide innovators access to MHRA scientific expertise and regulatory guidance helping developers of innovative products (medicines medical devices (including software) and blood components for transfusion) connect more dynamically with an enhanced advice and signposting service. It brings together the MHRA Innovation Office the Regulatory Advice Service for Regenerative Medicines (RASRM) Regulatory Science and horizon scanning. It also leads for MHRA on the delivery of the Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) and Innovative Devices Access Pathway (IDAP).

Whats the role

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of healthcare innovation in the UK. As a senior medical expert at SCS1 level you will play a leading role in safeguarding public health by providing authoritative medical and clinical advice on the regulation safety and efficacy of medicines and / or medical devices. You will contribute strategic scientific and technical insight into complex issues as they relate to the regulation of new and emerging innovation influencing national and international policy and help shape the future of healthcare product regulation in the UK.

The successful candidate will lead on providing broad subject matter expertise / advice to support the function of Innovation Accelerator and Regulatory Science and wider Agency including practical interpretation of horizon scanning signals strategic input into regulatory science deliverables and supporting the delivery of expedited patient access pathways such as the ILAP and IDAP. The role holder will work confidently with other expert assessors across the MHRA the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and other organisations in the health eco system including the life sciences industry.

Key responsibilities

• Application of professional expertise and knowledge in regulatory clinical and or scientific areas to provide medical leadership across regulatory activities to support the Innovation Accelerator and Regulatory Science function and supporting the ILAP and IDAP ambitions.
• Act as the lead clinical advisor on complex cross‑cutting regulatory issues applying a broad regulatory knowledge base to respond to queries in the role of Medical Expert for innovation. Ensuring that the advice adds value to the information that is currently available in the public domain and sign posts to MHRA services generating new and ongoing business.
• Lead multi‑disciplinary expert teams ensuring delivery of clinical insight into regulatory operations and strategic policy development. To drive forward the development of cross‑cutting strategy policy and guidance and contributing to MHRAs wider innovation strategy.
• Support and advise Ministers senior officials and cross‑government stakeholders on medical and regulatory matters to inform decisions on the case for change through use of evidence relating to the regulation of innovative healthcare products. This will include playing a key role in developing regulatory pathways that can optimise the development of new innovative products and technologies.

Who are we looking for

• Degree in Medicine with relevant postgraduate qualification(s) within specialist area(s). Registered with the General Medical Council.
• Previous experience in a regulatory academic or industry setting with demonstrable contribution to the innovation agenda or healthcare product(s) development activities.
• Broad understanding of the regulatory frameworks and policy context for medicines and / or devices in the UK and / or globally.
• Demonstrated Behaviours of Changing and Improving and Seeing the Big Picture.

The selection process

We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates find out more here.

Online application form including questions based on the Behaviour Experience and Technical Success Profiles. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.

Presentation with more information to be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Interview which can include questions based on the Behaviour Experience Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.

In the instance that we receive a high number of applications we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of Seeing the Big Picture.

Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency‑based answers provided – ensure you have read these thoroughly and allows sufficient time. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.

Use of AI in Job Applications

Applicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others or generated by artificial intelligence as your own.

If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process please contact as soon as possible.

Closing details

Closing date : 19 October 2025

Shortlisting date : W / C 20 October 2025

Interview date : W / C 27 October 2025

Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.

Additional information

Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality information on whether you are able to apply is available here.

Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro‑life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.

Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations and in some circumstances routine health surveillance. These roles include :

• Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens
• Maintenance roles particularly those required to work in laboratory settings
• Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required
• Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.

Applicants who are successful at interview will be as part of pre‑employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant\’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.

Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes including Tax‑Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here.

Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries please contact.

In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint you should firstly contact Florentina Oyelami Head of Talent Acquisition.

If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at :

Civil Service Commission

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