Exciting Opportunity: Join Us as a Senior Efficacy Assessor – Two Positions Available!

Vacancies for Senior Efficacy Assessors in the Veterinary Sector

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is currently seeking to fill two positions for Senior Assessors within the Efficacy Team. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers in veterinary assessment within a dedicated and specialist environment.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

The role of Senior Efficacy Assessor falls under Grade G7, with a competitive salary of £64,015 per annum, complemented by a comprehensive Pension Scheme. Successful candidates will commence with an annual leave entitlement of 25 days.

As a Senior Efficacy Assessor, you will play a pivotal role within the Efficacy Team, which is a key component of the Pharmaceutical Section in the VMD’s Authorisations Division. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Evaluating the efficacy and safety data pertaining to target species for applications related to:
• New marketing authorisations for veterinary pharmaceutical products
• Variations to current marketing authorisations
• Veterinary considerations of animal test certificates for clinical field trials
• Collaborating closely with colleagues across the Authorisations Division to meet the overarching objectives of the Division.

Application Process

To apply for this position, candidates must submit their applications through the official Civil Service Jobs portal, specifically for the Senior Efficacy Assessor role. Detailed information regarding the job description and application requirements can be found on the site.

Important Dates

All applications must be submitted by 26 October 2026. Prospective applicants are encouraged to act promptly to avoid missing out on this exceptional opportunity to contribute to the veterinary medicines field.