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IDWG's In Vitro Diagnostics Expert Advisory Group

The closing date is 28 November 2025

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IMPORTANT: Application Instructions

The 'Apply' button on the NHS job board is for informational purposes only and will not submit your application to the hiring team.

To apply for this position, please email your application form, completed declaration of interests form and monitoring form directly to CSTRecruitment@mhra.gov.uk. Only applications received via this dedicated mailbox will be reviewed.

The Interim Devices Working Group (IDWG) is looking to appoint professional members to the In Vitro Diagnostics Expert Advisory Group (IVD EAG).

The IVD EAG is a subgroup of the IDWG that provides independent expert advice to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) on the development, implementation, and evaluation of IVD devices. The groups objective is to ensure that IVD regulations, guidance and regulatory practices support innovation, maintain high standards of safety and efficacy, and align with international and domestic leading practices.

IVD EAG is formed of experts in the field of in vitro diagnostics, including scientists, engineers, clinicians, pathologists, and diagnostics regulatory specialists. Representatives from relevant government departments and agencies, e.g. NICE, Devolved Administrations, NIHR, UK HSA, etc. Non-industry stakeholders, including representatives from academia and learned organisations such as the Royal Colleges and Biomedical faculties and patient or patient group representatives.

Main duties of the job

As a member you will:

Take full account of the evidence in making decisions and consider the analysis and interpretation of the evidence prepared by MHRA.

Consider equality, diversity and inclusion in all of the EAG discussions.

Have a flexible attitude, ability and enthusiasm to work as a team member.

Assessing benefit and risk in relation to evidence presented in order to contribute expertise to generate effective actions to mitigate risk.

Read papers in advance of meetings.

Occasionally comment on documents in between meetings by email.

Keep the work of the EAG confidential Declare conflicts of interest and adhere to the Code of Practice (link).

About us

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) enhances and improves the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £0

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

K0015-IVDEAG25-2

Job locations

Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency

10 South Colonnade

London

E14 4PU


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details on job description, please refer to advert attached in this vacancy or visit:

https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/interim-devices-working-group#current-vacancies

To make an application please email your application form, CV , completed monitoring form and declaration of interest form to: CSTRecruitment@mhra.gov.uk, quoting the position and reference IVDEAG25-2 in the subject field.

IMPORTANT: Application Instructions

The 'Apply' button on the NHS job board is for informational purposes only and will not submit your application to the hiring team.

To apply for this position, please email your application form, completed declaration of interests form and monitoring form directly to CSTRecruitment@mhra.gov.uk. Only applications received via this dedicated mailbox will be reviewed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details on job description, please refer to advert attached in this vacancy or visit:

https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/interim-devices-working-group#current-vacancies

To make an application please email your application form, CV , completed monitoring form and declaration of interest form to: CSTRecruitment@mhra.gov.uk, quoting the position and reference IVDEAG25-2 in the subject field.

IMPORTANT: Application Instructions

The 'Apply' button on the NHS job board is for informational purposes only and will not submit your application to the hiring team.

To apply for this position, please email your application form, completed declaration of interests form and monitoring form directly to CSTRecruitment@mhra.gov.uk. Only applications received via this dedicated mailbox will be reviewed.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • The Member must be able to demonstrate the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment.
  • Experience in IVD field;
  • Current or previous experience of committee membership(s);
  • Be recognised by their peers as a leader in their field e.g. national academies and Royal Colleges (for specialist posts only);
  • Be able to assimilate and interpret complex scientific information and formulate evidence based comments /advice at short notice;
  • Be able and prepared to contribute actively to the work of the EAG, including on issues outside of own specialism;
  • Be a skilled communicator;
  • Be willing to develop a working knowledge and understanding of UK MDR and EU IVDR regulatory framework and procedures;
  • Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to the work of the EAG;
  • Be willing to declare conflicts of interest;
  • Be committed to the values of selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, professionalism, impartiality and consistency.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • The Member must be able to demonstrate the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointment.
  • Experience in IVD field;
  • Current or previous experience of committee membership(s);
  • Be recognised by their peers as a leader in their field e.g. national academies and Royal Colleges (for specialist posts only);
  • Be able to assimilate and interpret complex scientific information and formulate evidence based comments /advice at short notice;
  • Be able and prepared to contribute actively to the work of the EAG, including on issues outside of own specialism;
  • Be a skilled communicator;
  • Be willing to develop a working knowledge and understanding of UK MDR and EU IVDR regulatory framework and procedures;
  • Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to the work of the EAG;
  • Be willing to declare conflicts of interest;
  • Be committed to the values of selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, professionalism, impartiality and consistency.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

Address

Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency

10 South Colonnade

London

E14 4PU


Employer's website

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Employer details

Employer name

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

Address

Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency

10 South Colonnade

London

E14 4PU


Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/medicines-and-healthcare-products-regulatory-agency (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Committee Services - Recruitment Team

CSTRecruitment@mhra.gov.uk

Details

Date posted

13 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £0

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

K0015-IVDEAG25-2

Job locations

Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency

10 South Colonnade

London

E14 4PU


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