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Position Overview
About the Department for Business and Trade
Are you passionate about ensuring product safety and enhancing consumer protection? Do you possess the expertise to support UK businesses in achieving their goals? If so, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
The Department for Business and Trade is dedicated to making regulations effective and impactful. Our mission is to utilize regulation as a vital tool to rectify market inefficiencies, influence behaviors, and foster positive outcomes. When crafted and executed effectively, regulation can drive growth, innovation, and operational efficiency.
Since our inception, we have been assembling a dynamic and innovative team that enjoys a respected position within an expanding organization, particularly with the recent developments in construction product regulations.
Our core mission is to safeguard individuals and communities from product-related risks, ensuring that consumers and businesses can engage in transactions with assurance.
For further details, please visit our official website.
We are committed to merit-based recruitment, adhering to the principles of fairness and transparency as outlined by the Civil Service Commission. We celebrate diversity and advocate for equal opportunities, striving to build a team that reflects a wide array of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria.
Role Description
The Science Team is instrumental in providing access to credible scientific guidance and innovative research that informs policy development and the enforcement of product safety regulations across various sectors, including toys, cosmetics, and the emerging area of construction products. We collaborate closely with other evidence teams specializing in engineering, research, analysis, and testing. Our multidisciplinary team encompasses expertise in analytical chemistry, materials science, bioscience, and toxicology. Additionally, we oversee chemical risk assessment guidance and facilitate access to independent scientific experts in the field of chemicals and materials, working collaboratively to deliver effective research and testing grounded in analytical chemistry.
In our commitment to enhancing consumer confidence and fostering productive trade, we ensure that our scientific evidence and advice are integral to our regulatory framework.
This role presents a unique opportunity to optimize our research management processes within the Department, while also cultivating relationships with potential stakeholders who can partner with us in our regulatory endeavors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Foster collaborative relationships within the Department, across government entities, industry stakeholders, and academic institutions to enhance the robustness of scientific and evidence outputs.
- Oversee and manage research initiatives through the Research Collaboration Network.
- Lead governance efforts related to the Register of Specialists, focusing on areas such as Paediatrics and Child Health, as well as the development of a Biology Register of Specialists.
- Contribute to our science capabilities workstream, engaging with the Chief Scientific Adviser’s Office and coordinating incident preparedness efforts.
Collaboration is essential in this role, as it involves working closely with various teams within the Department to provide leadership and support for their scientific needs. Your expertise will be crucial in establishing processes that meet evidence requirements.
You will also represent the Department at internal and external meetings with key partners, including industry associations, standards bodies, and academic institutions.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Ability to scope, plan, and manage complex projects.
- Implement solutions with consideration for the broader context.
- Demonstrate effective leadership and accountability.
- Commitment to continuous performance improvement.
Qualifications:
A degree in a scientific discipline related to biology or chemistry is essential.
Behaviors:
During the selection process, candidates will be assessed on the following behaviors:
- Making Effective Decisions
- Delivering at Pace
- Working Together
- Communicating and Influencing
Technical Skills:
Candidates will be evaluated on their technical skills relevant to the role.
Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, the Department for Business and Trade offers a comprehensive benefits package, including contributions towards a pension scheme, tailored learning and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a culture that promotes inclusion and diversity.
We recognize the unique challenges faced by individuals with protected characteristics in the job market and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that attracts a diverse range of applicants.
For more information on our benefits, please refer to the candidate pack.
