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Apprenticeship

Regulatory affairs specialist

Level
7
Master's level
Length
2.5 yrs
typical
Sector
Health and science
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Ensuring healthcare products for human and animal use are licensed before being sold or supplied.

What you'd do

Compile and review regulatory submission documents and dossiers
Liaise with the MHRA and other regulatory agencies on applications
Advise project teams on regulatory requirements and timelines
Maintain regulatory tracking systems and document archives
Review product labelling for compliance with regulations
Monitor regulatory intelligence and assess impact of guideline changes

What you'd learn

UK and international regulatory frameworks - MHRA, EMA, FDA
Clinical trial and product development regulatory requirements
Preparing and reviewing regulatory submissions and dossiers
Post-marketing surveillance and pharmacovigilance obligations
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Regulatory strategy and risk management for product development
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