Cabinet Office
Forensic Science Regulator
Closed| Body: | Forensic Science Regulator |
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| Appointing Department: | Home Office |
| Sectors: | Regulation, Science & Technology |
| Location: | Flexible, the regulator’s support team is based in Birmingham and some attendance at the Birmingham office will be necessary |
| Skills required: | Regulation |
| Number of Vacancies: | 1 |
| Remuneration: | £96,000 (Full Time Equivalent) per annum |
| Time Requirements: | Part time; three to four days per week |
Campaign Timeline
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Competition Launched
12/08/2020
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Closed for Applications
14/09/2020
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Panel Sift
02/11/2020
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Final Interview Date
01/12/2020
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Announcement
TBC
Assessment Panel
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Professor John Aston
Panel Chair
Representative of Organisation
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Christophe Prince
Director, Data & Identity Directorate • Departmental Official
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Dr Anya Hunt
Chief Executive, The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences • Other Panel Member
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Professor Paul Wiles
Biometrics Commissioner • Independent Member
Vacancy Description
The Home Secretary is seeking to appoint a new Forensic Science Regulator
The Forensic Science Regulator ensures that the provision of forensic science services across the criminal justice system is subject to an appropriate regime of scientific quality standards. They are responsible for:
- identifying the requirement for new or improved quality standards;
- leading on the development of new standards; and
- where necessary, providing advice and guidance so that providers of forensic science services can demonstrate compliance with common standards.
The successful candidate will ideally have a substantial background in operating at a senior level in a relevant field, encompassing at least one of the following:
- leadership in a forensic, or related, scientific discipline;
- the development and application of quality standards in a scientific or technical environment;
- the regulatory process involving scientific standards; or
- the criminal justice system.
Whatever your background, you will appreciate the importance and opportunity that this role presents. Advanced communication skills, both orally and in writing will be essential.
Person Specification
The FSR will demonstrate the ability to meet the following essential criteria.
- A scientific, technical or other qualification in an allied discipline of relevance to forensic science (e.g. a chemistry/physics/computing/engineering science degree) at first degree level or higher. Alternatively, a demonstration of multiple years of experience working in forensic science and quality management.
- Substantial background in operating at a senior level in a relevant field, encompassing at least one of the following:
- leadership in a forensic, or related, scientific discipline;
- the development and application of quality standards in a scientific or technical environment;
- the regulatory process involving scientific standards; or
- the criminal justice system.
- A demonstrable ability to engage effectively with and influence a wide range of stakeholders at senior level including advanced communication skills, orally and in writing.
- A demonstrable ability to assimilate and apply scientific concepts.
- Demonstrable experience of weighing complex competing demands and making finely balanced judgements.
In addition, applicants will be able to demonstrate one or more criteria;
- An understanding of the construction and application of statute law.
- Knowledge of quality management systems and competence assessment.
Additional Information
The candidate will also be required to be cleared to Security Clearance level SC.
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Home Office Privacy Notice - Final |
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Diversity Monitoring Form Accessible (6) |
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200810 - Forensic Science Regulator - Candidate Pack - Final |
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Annex B - Supporting documentation 2020 - Final |
