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The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) is the independent regulator of fertility treatment and embryo research. We license and inspect clinics and laboratories to ensure safe, effective services for everyone affected by fertility treatment. We hold the largest database of fertility treatments in the world.

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Inspector (Scientific)

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

We are currently recruiting to a full time Scientific Inspector at the HFEA. If you are a Scientist or Embryologist working in the fertility sector or have other relevant Scientific experience and have worked in a senior role, we would like to hear from you.

This is a home based role - travel across the UK will feature and office days throughout the year for all staff events and where necessary for induction and certain meetings.

Interviews are likely to take place on 4th June 2024 at Redman Place, London.

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.

Closing date: Monday, 20^th May 2024

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