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Recruitment for a Project Lead: Private Laboratory Engagement

Vacancy for a Project Lead: Private Laboratory Engagement on FTA/Loan/Secondment.

The VMD, Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) and core Defra are involved in the Cabinet Office’s National Biosurveillance Network (NBN), which is a major initiative to pilot and improve cross-government surveillance for biological threats. 

This role fits within the AMR Surveillance & Evidence Team at the VMD.

Job Title

Project Lead: Private Laboratory Engagement

Grade

G7

Salary & Pension

£57,316 - £64,380 per annum with Pension Scheme

Annual Leave entitlement

Commencing at 25 days

Role

In this pilot, we will be exploring the sharing of veterinary AMR data held by private veterinary laboratories with government. This work will build on an existing VMD/APHA proof-of-concept with a limited number of labs.

This exciting new role will assume overall responsibility for successful delivery of this pilot, leading on engagement with private laboratories and the wider veterinary sector.

How to apply

You must make your application via Project Lead: Private Laboratory Engagement - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK where you will find a full job description.

Closing Date

6 March 2024

Published 21 February 2024