Job description
We are now looking for a number of Regulatory Scientists to join us and work across a variety of scientific disciplines within CRD. These will be on a permanent, full-time basis. Part-time applications will be considered, working a minimum of 30 hours per week.
As a Regulatory Scientist, following comprehensive training, you will undertake technical assessments of chemicals to support regulatory decisions in the UK.
With a structured training programme running for a minimum of 18 months, you will be equipped to support legislation, write scientific reports and develop an array of skills within regulatory decision making.
A major part of the role will be to provide scientific and regulatory advice and guidance to colleagues, applicants, stakeholders and members of the public and analyse and interpret scientific information.
You will prepare written technical evaluations of data, presenting and explaining your decisions to expert committees, government departments and stakeholders.
The Benefits
- Salary of £30,167 - £33,346 per annum (rising to £36,235 after successful completion of through grading)
- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%
- 25 days’ annual holiday increasing to 30 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays and - 1-day Civil Service privilege leave
- Family-friendly policies and working hours to help balance your home life and career
- Carer-friendly policies to help create a supportive working culture
- Access to a wide range of fantastic benefits, such as the Cycle to Work Scheme, E-Gift Cards, and Vouchers via our partner EdenRed
- Learning and development tailored to your role
- An environment with flexible working options
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
This is an unmissable opportunity for ambitious science graduates looking to kickstart their career with our expert organisation.
You’ll benefit from a comprehensive training programme, allowing you to develop deep expertise in regulatory science and progress your career while working on meaningful projects that protect people and the environment.
So, if you want to be at the forefront of safeguarding human health and the environment, then apply today.
What we are looking for
To be considered as a Regulatory Scientist, you will need, at a minimum, a degree or equivalent at 2:2 or above in one of the following (this list is not exhaustive, please contact us if you are unsure whether your degree is relevant):
- Environmental Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Agriculture
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Horticulture
- Occupational Hygiene
- Pharmacology
- Toxicology
You will also need:
- Sound analytical skills
- Good planning skills
- IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office
Accepted degree subjects
- environmental science and ecology
- pharmacy and pharmacology
- biology and life sciences
- chemistry
Additional job details
- Workplace
- Hybrid, or partially remote
- Location
- Bootle
- Bristol
- Edinburgh
- Milton Keynes
- York
- Salary
- £30,167 - £36,235
rising to £36,235 after successful completion of through grading
How to apply
Applications close at midday on the closing date.
Other organisations may call this role Graduate Scientist, Graduate Regulatory Scientist, Trainee Regulatory Scientist, Junior Regulatory Scientist, or Regulatory Scientist Assistant.
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Closing date: 25 November 2024