Research Data Governance Officer

We are currently looking for aResearch Data Governance Officer to join ourClinical Practice Research Datalink teamin the Safety and Surveillancegroup.

This is a full-time opportunity on a 23-month fixed term contract/internal move/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 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.

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 Research Data Governance (RDG) Officer is responsible for supporting the management of CPRDs compliance with legal regulatory ethics and policy requirements with a particular focus on information governance (IG).

Reporting to the Head of Information Governance (Clinical Practice Research Datalink) the post holder will provide research data governance support across all CPRD teams. The purpose of the role is to help ensure that CPRDs primary care and linked data assets are managed and used legally ethically securely efficiently and effectively to maximise the value of CPRDs research data for public health research. The post holder will also liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required.

We are seeking a motivated individual with experience of data or information governance risk and compliance (GRC) ideally in an NHS health health research or health research services organisation. The post holder will be competent at managing and proactively resolving routine data governance issues be highly organised/possess strong administrative skills be capable of delivering multiple tasks to a high standard possess good written and verbal communication skills and be capable of liaising with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting the delivery of a robust information governance framework

• Supporting information risk management

• Supporting legal ethical and regulatory approvals for use of patient data for research

• Promoting best practice and providing up-to-date information

Who are we looking for

Oursuccessful candidatewill have:

• Experience of data or information governance risk and compliance (GRC) ideally in an NHS health health research or health research services organisation.

• A degree qualification or relevant qualification/experience in life sciences healthcare law ethics information management or information governance

• The ability to develop implement maintain and review systems and services to ensure delivery of professional excellence.

• The ability to remain alert to emerging issues and trends which might impact your work area.

• Knowledge of the benefits and sensitivities of using patient records in research.

Person Specification:

Method of assessment: AApplication IInterview TTest

Behaviour Criteria:

• Managing a Quality Service(A/I)

• Seeing the Big Picture (A/I)

Experience Criteria:

• Experience of data or information governance risk and compliance (GRC) ideally in an NHS health health research or health research services organisation. (A/I) Lead criteria

Technical Criteria:

• Degree qualification or relevant qualification/experience in life sciences healthcare law ethics information management or information governance. (A)

• Knowledge of the benefits and sensitivities of using patient records in research. (A/I/T)

• High degree of computer literacy. Strong organisational/administrative skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. (A/I)

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.

• Test further information will be 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 Experience of data or information governance risk and compliance (GRC) ideally in an NHS health health research or health research services organisation.

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

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application however all examples and statements provided must be truthful factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others or generated by artificial intelligence as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see ourcandidate guidancefor more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

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

Closing date:Tuesday 14^th April 2026

Shortlisting date: Monday 20th April 2026

Interview date:Thursday 30th April 2026

Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome. Please note the interviews will be in-person.

If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questionsplease contact

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.

Individuals appointed on level transfer will retain their existing salary and are responsible for ensuring they fully understand the financial implications of any potential move and the impact (if any) on their terms. If an individual is in any doubt they should seek clarification before accepting a job offer.

Staff joining on promotion will receive up to a 10% increase of their current basic salary or the pay band minimum whichever is the greater.

The individual will not retain any allowances paid by the former department/Agency unless there are special circumstances such as a reserved right to those allowances on transfer.

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 appointment on the basis of merit 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

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