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Recruitment for Senior Safety Assessor

Senior Human Safety Assessor vacancy, working in the regulation of veterinary pharmaceutical medicines.

This post sits within the Pharmaceuticals Section, which is in the Authorisations Division at the Veterinary Medicines Directorate, an arms-length body of Defra.  

The post holder will assess pharmacological, toxicological, and microbiological data provided by pharmaceutical companies that wish to market their veterinary medicinal products in the UK.

Job Title

Senior Safety Assessor

Grade

SSO

Salary & Pension

£42,577 - £47,039 per annum with Pension Scheme

Annual Leave entitlement

Commencing at 25 days

Role

The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of new Marketing Authorisations (MAs), Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs), and extensions and variations to MAs/MRLs.

This will include the writing of comprehensive assessment reports on the pharmacology and toxicology of new active substances, as well as user risk, in line with published timelines and guidance documents.

How to apply

You must make your application via Senior Safety Assessor - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK where you will find a full job description.

Closing Date

8 April 2024

Updates to this page

Published 12 March 2024