Inspector (Scientific)

• Locations

  London, UK

• Salary

  £38500 per annum

• Sector

  Health

• Type

  Permanent

The HFEA is the UK’s independent regulator of clinics providing fertility treatment and research involving human embryos.

If you are a scientist with recent laboratory experience, we are looking to recruit you to join our team of inspectors.

You will take responsibility for managing a portfolio of HFEA licensed centres. You will be able to work independently; to make professional judgements on the impact of non-compliance; to be resilient when managing difficult situations, and; be able to make proportionate and effective recommendations to promote compliance. You should be committed to promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level or equivalent and will have worked in a senior role in a science discipline relevant to healthcare. You should have experience of managing and prioritising a complex workload. You will be able to lead and work as part of a team with people from a range of disciplines. Experience of gathering, analysing and interpreting information and an ability to understand and apply complex legislation is key. You should have good IT skills; be a confident communicator and have excellent written skills.

This is a full-time (36 hours per week) permanent role.  Our inspectors are predominantly home-based and frequent travel across the UK is a feature of this role. Flexible working arrangements will be considered.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Sharon Fensome Rimmer – Chief Inspector Sharon.fensome-rimmer@hfea.gov.uk