Details Reference number 351028 Salary £42,869 A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27% GBP Job grade Senior Executive Officer Contract type Permanent Business area MHRA - Science, Research and Innovation Group Type of role Science Working pattern Full-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location South Mimms, Hertfordshire About the job Job summary We are currently looking for a Senior Scientist to join our Immunobiology and Biochemistry team within the Control Testing function in the Science, Research & Innovation group. This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be lab based in South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. 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 an ambitious Science Strategy which will balance innovation against sustainability and affordability. 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. Control Testing delivers the statutory function of independent control testing of biological medicines, including blood products and vaccines, helping to ensure patients have access to new and existing products. Whats the role? This role will provide expert scientific support in a team of analytical scientists focused on immunochemical and biochemical assays used for the characterisation of biological medicines as part of the Agencys independent batch release function. The Immunobiology and Biochemistry team will perform a range of analytical techniques including, but not limited to, clotting/colorimetric assays, endotoxin assays, and immunoassays (including ELISAs and agglutination). Key responsibilities: Ensure analytical assays are performed in compliance with ISO17025, including assay development, validation and troubleshooting. Manage the day-to-day implementation and delivery of improvements in patient outcomes through organisation of resources, process improvement and changes in working practice, including training and innovative assay development. Advise and supervise training of staff in specific assays and administration of control testing. Engage with stakeholders, as required by the team lead, including colleagues across the Agency and other National Control Laboratories and manufacturers to ensure quality of service and patients access to medicines. Person specification Who are we looking for? Our successful candidate will have: Advanced experience of working within ISO17025 (or other relevant) quality management system. Expertise in one or more of the laboratory methods listed in the job description. Extensive experience of using a LIMS. Extensive experience with statistical analysis and interpreting results derived from large complex data sets Ability to engage with a wide variety of stakeholders, using clear communication to foster collaboration, deliver expert services, training, scientific and technical advice. If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please read our Job Description and Person Specification Please note: The job description may not open in some internet browsers. Please use Chrome or Microsoft Edge. If you have any issue viewing the job description, please contact careersmhra.gov.uk Benefits Alongside your salary of £42,869, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency contributes £11,574 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave on entry, rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff. PLUS 8 bank holidays Privilege Leave: 1 day Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): One month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months full pay/five months half pay Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allowing staff to be mobile across the Civil Service Civil Service Pension Scheme. Please see the link for further information http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/ For enquiries relating to the Civil Service Pension Schemes please contact MyCSP's Pension Service Centre directly on 0300 123 6666 Flexible working to ensure staff maintain a healthy work-life balance Interest free season ticket loan or bike loan Employee Assistance Services and access to the Civil Service Benevolent Fund Eligibility to join the Civil Service Motoring Association (CSMA) Variety of staff and Civil Service clubs On-going learning and development Things you need to know Selection process details 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. Interview, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles. 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 answers provided - ensure you have read the questions thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the criteria for this role in the job description. 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 careersmhra.gov.uk as soon as possible. Closing date: 19 May 2024 Shortlisting date: W/C 20 May 2024 Interview date: W/C 3 June 2024 Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome. If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact careersmhra.gov.uk Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available