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Head of Biorisk and Compliance

London💼 Full-time💰 $77,500–$77,500🗓 2026-09-18 → 2026-09-27

Core

Lead the Institute's approach to biorisk management, regulatory compliance, and assurance for complex biological research.

Role type

Senior leadership IC in biorisk and compliance

Builds

Governance frameworks, audit systems, and regulatory engagement strategies for biomedical research

Domain

Biomedical research / Biological safety

Required skills

Health and Safety management, Biorisk management, Regulatory compliance, Audit and inspection oversight, Team leadership, Stakeholder engagement

Preferred skills

Experience with SAPO and GM regulations, Containment principles, Systemic risk analysis

Technologies

SAPO, GM (Contained Use), COSHH

Responsibilities

Own systems for Health and Safety legislation compliance; Lead regulatory engagement and audit close-out; Analyse audit data to identify systemic weaknesses; Lead and develop the biorisk and compliance team

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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