Job summary
Please note that applications submitted to cstrecruitment@mhra.gov.uk will be considered only.

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is looking to appoint one expert to the Herbal Medicines Advisory Committee (HMAC). HMAC advises on the safety, quality and efficacy of licensed and unlicensed herbal medicinal products intended for human use.

The primary role of the Committee is to advise on issues relating to safety and quality, since there is not a requirement for efficacy to be separately demonstrated in relation to registered traditional herbal medicines or unlicensed products sold under section 241 of the Human Medicines Regulations. However, efficacy is still relevant -under the traditional herbal registration scheme, the pharmacological effects or efficacy of the medicinal product must be plausible on the basis of long-standing use and experience.

Main duties of the job
As a Member of HMAC, you will possess or develop a working knowledge andunderstanding of the UK medicines regulatory procedures in relationto herbal medicines.

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.

Details
Date posted: 26 August 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £325 a session
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 4 years
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number: K0015-HMAC26-1
Job locations: Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency, 10 South Colonnade, London, E14 4PU, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For full details on job description, please refer to advert attached and visit: Herbal Medicine Advisory Committee- GOV.UK

To make an application please email your application form, CV, completed monitoring form and declaration of interest form to: cstrecruitment@mhra.gov.uk, quoting the position and reference HMAC26-1 in the subject field.

Please note that applications submitted to cstrecruitment@mhra.gov.uk will be considered only.

Person Specification
Qualifications - Essential

• The Member must be able to demonstrate the qualities, skills and experience to meet all the essential criteria for appointments.
• Have previous or current experience of committee membership
• be a skilled communicator.
• Be able to assimilate complex scientific information at short notice.
• Be able and prepared to contribute actively to the work of HMAC
• Be leaders in their field and recognised as such by their peers
• Be willing to develop a working knowledge and understanding of UK medicines regulatory procedures in relation to herbal medicines
• be willing to declare conflicts of interest and maintain strict confidentiality with respect to the work of the HMAC
• be committed to the values of selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, professionalism, impartiality and consistency.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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