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Recruitment for Higher Scientific Officer in the Biologicals Team

Higher Scientific Officer, working on the authorisation in the UK of biological and immunological veterinary medicinal products.

We have vacancies for three Higher Scientific Officers in the Biologicals Team.

Job Title

Higher Scientific Officer in the Biologicals Team  

Grade

HSO

Salary & Pension

£38,795 per annum with Pension Scheme

Annual Leave entitlement

Commencing at 25 days

Role

Your primary role will be to assess the quality and safety data submitted by pharmaceutical companies in support of their applications for variations of Marketing Authorisations for biological and immunological veterinary medicinal products. You will also support other scientists and veterinarians in the assessment of more complex applications.

How to apply

You must make your application via Higher Scientific Officer in the Biologicals Team - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK where you will find a full job description.

Closing Date

10 November 2025

Updates to this page

Published 14 October 2025