Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
DAQ Classifier
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We are currently looking for a DAQ Classifier to join our Data Assurance and Quality Function within the Healthcare Quality and Access group.
This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4PU.
Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.
We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.
About Us
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.
The agency is made up of approximately 1300 staff working across two main centres and peripatetically across the UK and abroad.
The agency consists of Corporate, Digital & Technology, Enablement, Healthcare Quality & Access, Partnerships, Safety & Surveillance and Scientific Research & Innovation.
What’s the Role?
Data Assurance & Quality (DAQ) Classifiers have an important role in using their specialist knowledge to interpret and validate regulatory submissions received from pharmaceutical industry applicants. In carrying out this role, they will establish a good working knowledge of medicines legislation, regulations and guidelines as applied to their area and apply these requirements in a consistent manner. In some areas, they will make the final decision on the validity of an application; in others they will be preparing a high-quality case folder for subsequent professional assessment. It is a target driven environment where speed is important, and quality and consistency are also vital. Data Assurance & Quality (DAQ) Classifiers also need to be able to interact confidently and clearly with professional colleagues and with external applicants.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of three core activities; to cover activities required for DAQ unit to function
- Take ownership and responsibility of own training and development activities
- Fully comply with SOPs and Unit guides in completion of daily activities, highlighting any issues or concerns to Senior Classifier/Delivery Manager as they arise
- Work with DAQ operational managers in identifying process issues and solutions.
Who Are We Looking For?
Our successful candidate will have the following:
- Proven organisational skills and a demonstrable track record working to deadlines in a pressurised, target driven environment, whilst maintaining high standards of quality
- Demonstrate knowledge and interpretation of the regulatory procedures surrounding the licensing of medicinal products in the UK and Europe
- Relevant experience reviewing complex scientific and regulatory documentation and dealing with databases, to ensure high standards of data quality and accuracy
- Demonstrate experience of communicating complex medical or regulatory information clearly and accurately to applicants and professional colleagues
- Relevant Life Sciences Degree or significant equivalent experience in a related area
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Person Specification:
Behaviour Criteria:
- Changing and Improving (A, I)
- Making Effective Decisions (A, I)
- Managing a Quality Service (A, I)
- Delivering at Pace (A, I)
- Working Together (I)
Experience Criteria:
- Proven organisational skills and a demonstrable track record working to deadlines in a pressurised, target driven environment, whilst maintaining high standards of quality (A, I)
- Demonstrate knowledge and interpretation of the regulatory procedures surrounding the licensing of medicinal products in the UK and Europe. (A, I)
- Relevant experience reviewing complex scientific and regulatory documentation and dealing with databases, to ensure high standards of data quality and accuracy (A, I)
Technical Criteria:
- Demonstrate experience of communicating complex medical or regulatory information clearly and accurately to applicants and professional colleagues. (A, I)
- Demonstrate knowledge and interpretation of the regulatory procedures surrounding the licensing of medicinal products in the UK and Europe. (A, I)
- Relevant Life Sciences Degree or significant equivalent experience in a related area (A, I)
If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please read our Job Description and Person Specification! [https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/d/R0aL3lMpuYcHbXvf]
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The Selection Process:
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles].
- Online application form, including questions based on the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profiles. Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind, and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.
- Interview, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.
In the instance that we receive a high number of applications, we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of Relevant experience reviewing complex scientific and regulatory documentation and dealing with databases, to ensure high standards of data quality and accuracy.
Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allow sufficient time. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.
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Closing Date:
31 July 2026
Shortlisting Date:
w/c 03 August 2026
Interview Date:
w/c 17 August 2026
If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact careers@mhra.gov.uk
Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules].
Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard?_ga=2.149328757.2118900794.1613132232-433185063.1580991281].
Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include:
- Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens
- Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings
- Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required
- Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.
Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed
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