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Head of Software & AI Medical Devices - £76,000 p.a. + benefits

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Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must lead teams, drive regulatory programs, manage specialists, improve awareness, and develop guidance for software and AI medical devices in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • You will lead a team to implement a new regulatory system for software and AI medical devices, drive cross-sector improvements, and develop guidance and frameworks for safe integration.

Requirements

  • The primary purpose of this role is to lead the MHRA Software & AI Medical Device teams, to deliver a programme of regulations, guidance and advice across the whole lifecycle of these products.
  • At a time when the government agenda is to fix the NHS, software as medical devices for treatment and diagnosis, have the potential to transform patient outcomes.
  • To deliver on that potential, this team of experts require a visionary leader to drive delivery of our Software Roadmap, as well as collaborating with partners in academia, industry, other global regulators or across the civil service and healthcare, to ensure it remains relevant to how Software and AI may be used in the future.
  • Drive and engage an implementation programme to deliver a new regulatory system for software and AI medical devices.
  • Provide leadership and management to a team of technical and policy specialists, including ensuring robust goals and plans are in place, expectations are clear and team members have the training and support they need to deliver.
  • Drive cross sector improvements in the awareness and understanding of how software as a medical device is regulated, working in collaboration with system partners across the Agency, the health family and across Government.
  • Lead and develop national and international guidance and frameworks in support of the safe introduction and ongoing oversight of software and AI devices into health settings. As part of this, sustain and further develop relationships with national and international partners, as well as with the manufacturers, users and researchers required to follow and support regulations and policy in this area.

Responsibilities

  • Drive and engage an implementation programme to deliver a new regulatory system for software and AI medical devices.
  • Provide leadership and management to a team of technical and policy specialists, including ensuring robust goals and plans are in place, expectations are clear and team members have the training and support the need to deliver.
  • Drive cross sector improvements in the awareness and understanding of how software as a medical device is regulated, working in collaboration with system partners across the Agency, the health family and across Government.
  • Lead and develop national and international guidance and frameworks in support of the safe introduction and ongoing oversight of software and AI devices into health settings. As part of this, sustain and further develop relationships with national and international partners, as well as with the manufacturers, users and researchers required to follow and support regulations and policy in this area.

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Head of Software & AI Medical Devices role?

The primary purpose of this role is to lead the MHRA Software & AI Medical Device teams to deliver a programme of regulations, guidance, and advice throughout the lifecycle of these products.

What is the salary for the Head of Software & AI Medical Devices position?

The salary for this position is £76,000 per annum, plus benefits.

What type of team will the Head of Software & AI Medical Devices manage?

The Head of Software & AI Medical Devices will manage a team of technical and policy specialists.

What are the key responsibilities of the Head of Software & AI Medical Devices?

Key responsibilities include driving and engaging an implementation programme for a new regulatory system, providing leadership to the team, driving sector improvements in understanding regulation, and developing guidance and frameworks for software and AI medical devices.

Will the Head of Software & AI Medical Devices collaborate with external partners?

Yes, the role involves collaborating with partners in academia, industry, global regulators, civil service, and healthcare.

What is the goal of the Software Roadmap mentioned in the job description?

The goal of the Software Roadmap is to ensure that regulatory frameworks and guidance remain relevant for the future use of software and AI in healthcare settings.

Is this role focused solely on UK regulations?

No, the role also involves developing national and international guidance and frameworks related to software and AI medical devices.

What type of training and support will team members receive?

Team members will receive training and support necessary to meet robust goals and plans laid out by the Head of Software & AI Medical Devices.

How does this role contribute to the NHS?

This role contributes by overseeing the safe introduction and ongoing oversight of software and AI medical devices, which have the potential to transform patient outcomes within the NHS.

Is experience in the healthcare sector necessary for this position?

While specific qualifications may vary, experience in the healthcare sector, particularly in regulatory roles, would be beneficial for this position.

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Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency

Protecting and improving public health and supporting innovation through scientific research and development.

Government
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency, an executive agency of the Department of Health and Social Care, exists to 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. We deliver this through three distinct yet complimentary business centres: the MHRA regulatory centre, the National Institute for Biological Standards and Control (NIBSC) and the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD). With a range of interesting specialist opportunities on offer, with plenty of scope to develop your career within a leading and multifaceted scientific organisation, why not consider a career with us at our offices in central London or Hertfordshire.