Research Data Linkages and Data Provisioning Lead

We are currently looking for aResearch Data Linkages and Data Provisioning Leadto join ourClinical Practice Research Datalink teamin the Safety and Surveillancegroup.

This is a full-time opportunity on a 24-month fixed term contract/internal move or temporary promotionbasis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade Canary Wharf London E14 4PU. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas.

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 4 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 8 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. Remote working is potentially available for some specific roles. Please discuss this with the recruiting manager before accepting an appointment.

Who are we

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 Safety and Surveillance Group brings together into a single integrated structure devices and medicines safety expertise with enforcement capabilities. These functions will be supported by our data and evidence generating capabilities complementing our signal generating capabilities produced via the new Safety Connect System.

Part of the Safety and Surveillance group The Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) with support from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is the UKs preeminent research service providing access to anonymised NHS data for addition to supporting high quality observational research CPRD has developed world leading services based on using real world data to support clinical trials and interventional studies.

Whats the role

This roleoffers an exciting opportunity to help build on the CPRDs 30-years of providing data for drug safety and epidemiological studies resulting in over 3500 peer-reviewed publications investigating drug safety use of medicines effectiveness of health policy health care delivery and disease risk factors. Join us to help support delivery of our real-world research services that inform clinical guidance and best practice.

The CPRD Research Data Linkages and Data Provisioning Lead is not only responsible for managing the delivery of CPRDs observational research services around data linkage and data provisioning but they will also deputise for the Head of Observational Research at strategic internal and external meetings. Responsibilities involve managing a team of researchers; ensuring research projects and services are delivered to a high standard on time and to budget; monitoring and reporting performance against targets; leading client stakeholder and collaborator discussions; implementing a programme of value adding products; and overseeing strategic activities that contribute to the delivery of wider CPRD objectives. They will also contribute to CPRDs research data governance process conducting the review and moderation of study protocols and data output requests as addition they will lead a cross-team group to review and develop the policies procedures and processes to support CPRDs transition to a predominantly Trusted Research Environment (TRE) based data access model in line with the Five Safes framework and ensuring alignment with TRE accreditation. The post holder will prepare strategic papers on data linkage data provisioning data outputs and related policy/procedures for consideration by the CPRD Senior Management Team.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the Delivery of Team Operations and Priorities

• Lead Data Linkages and Data Provisioning

• Enhance Observational Research Servicesand Lead Strategic Projects and Stakeholder Activities

• Disseminate Research and Data Characterisation Outputs and People Management.

Who are we looking for

Oursuccessful candidatewill:

• Have a PhD or equivalent experience in epidemiology medical statistics or a related discipline.

• Ensure delivery of timely quality outcomes through providing the right resources to do the job reviewing and adjusting performance expectations and rewarding success

• Make clear practical and manageable plans for service delivery ensuring adherence to legal regulatory and security requirements in service delivery and proactively managing risks and identifying solutions.Have a track record in leading epidemiological research analysing large electronic health records databases

• Have advanced project management skills with experience of allocating team resources across multiple projects aligned with strategic priorities

If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity please read our Job Description and Person Specification!

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The selection process:

We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidatesfind out more here.

• Online application form including questions based on theBehaviour 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.

• Presentation to be prepared as part of your interview with further information being supplied when you reach this stage.

• Interview which can include questions based on theBehaviour 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 track record in leading epidemiological research analysing large electronic health records databases.

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 allowsufficienttime. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.

Use of AI in Job Applications

Applicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others or generated by artificial intelligence as your own.

If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process please contact as soon as possible.

Closing date:Sunday 12 October 2025

Shortlisting date: Monday 20 October 2025

Interview date:Tuesday 4 and/or Thursday 6 Nov 2025

Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.

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Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality information on whether you are able to apply is availablehere.

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 completebasic personnel security standard checks.

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 for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.

Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibilityhere.

Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries please contact.

In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointmenton the basis ofmerit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint you should firstly contact Florentina Oyelami Head of Talent Acquisition.

If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at:

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