We are currently looking for a Benefit Risk Evaluation Assessor – Decontamination & Infection Control to join our BenefitRisk Evaluation Team within the Safety & Surveillance group.
This is a full‑time role, on a permanent basis. The position will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU. We are implementing a flexible, hybrid working model with a minimum of 8 days per month on site, which may increase to 12 days a month depending on business needs.
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) enhances and improves the health of millions of people everyday through effective regulation of medicines and medical devices. The Safety & Surveillance (S&S) Group integrates expertise in safety, enforcement and data analysis to protect the public by identifying, assessing and managing risks associated with medical products.
What’s the role?
The Benefit Risk Evaluation Assessor – Decontamination & Infection Control is a critical component of Safety & Surveillance. Reporting to the Biosafety, Nonclinical and Emerging Technologies TAU Head, the assessor will provide technical and regulatory expertise on sterilisation matters to the Benefit Risk Evaluation Group, the Clinical Investigations Group and across MHRA. The post holder collaborates with other benefit risk assessors to advise investigations on sterilisation issues, leads on the assessment of sterilisation for clinical investigations and develops guidance where appropriate.
Key responsibilities:
Actively participate in meetings and work programmes to assess and investigate safety signals involving sterilisation; manage safety issues ensuring relevant assessors are kept up‑to‑date and maintain quality of work.
Provide specialist technical advice and support on sterilisation to other colleagues and senior officials to meet divisional business needs and targets.
Undertake technical reviews of sterilisation issues as required on new and emerging safety signals and/or data/evidence and make recommendations for actions to protect patients.
Commit to continuous development in the area of sterilisation.
Who are we looking for?
Degree or equivalent qualification in life sciences, healthcare or engineering (medical engineering, toxicology, material science, healthcare qualification) and previous relevant experience in healthcare, medical device manufacturing, regulatory environment or health data science.
Knowledge or practical experience of medical devices.
Experience critically analysing complex clinical/scientific/technical information from multiple sources under pressure and making appropriate recommendations or decisions to protect patient safety/public health, even when evidence is not clear.
Evidence of writing well-structured, concise reports to support decision making and provide information to stakeholders.
Awareness of regulatory frameworks.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary band, generous benefits package, career development opportunities and the chance to work on impactful medical safety projects in a dynamic environment.
Application details
Closing date: 12 April 2026Shortlisting date: From 13 April 2026Interview date: w/c 18 May 2026
For further information or assistance applying for this role, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk.
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