SPARK The Midlands – Regulatory Affairs Specialist
| Posting date: | 07 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £55,755 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 July 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 0416-25 |
Summary
SPARK The Midlands – In Vitro Diagnostic Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Aston University is seeking to appoint a specialist in In Vitro Diagnostic Regulatory (IVDR) affairs to serve as a key member of staff for the expanded Midlands SPARK Innovation Accelerator.
The successful candidate will provide expert support to translational and preclinical development projects led by academics, clinicians, and industry partners across 15 Midlands universities. They will ensure that regulatory strategies for diagnostic technologies are robust, investor-ready, and fully compliant with IVDR requirements as well as relevant international standards.
The role will encompass providing regulatory advice to multiple project teams and regional SMEs, facilitating the accelerated development of innovative diagnostic solutions towards clinical evaluation and market access.
The postholder will report directly to the SPARK UK Director and work in close collaboration with the broader SPARK Midlands and Midlands Innovation teams.
The position will require some travel within the Midlands region.
Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family-friendly policies.
On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found on the Aston University website.
Aston University is seeking to appoint a specialist in In Vitro Diagnostic Regulatory (IVDR) affairs to serve as a key member of staff for the expanded Midlands SPARK Innovation Accelerator.
The successful candidate will provide expert support to translational and preclinical development projects led by academics, clinicians, and industry partners across 15 Midlands universities. They will ensure that regulatory strategies for diagnostic technologies are robust, investor-ready, and fully compliant with IVDR requirements as well as relevant international standards.
The role will encompass providing regulatory advice to multiple project teams and regional SMEs, facilitating the accelerated development of innovative diagnostic solutions towards clinical evaluation and market access.
The postholder will report directly to the SPARK UK Director and work in close collaboration with the broader SPARK Midlands and Midlands Innovation teams.
The position will require some travel within the Midlands region.
Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family-friendly policies.
On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found on the Aston University website.
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