I.T Specialist

Permanent
We study viruses of livestock that are endemic and exotic to the UK, including zoonotic viruses, by using the most advanced tools and technologies to understand host-pathogen interactions in animals and arthropod vectors. Our Institute is made up of a dynamic and vibrant community of staff covering a diverse set of chosen fields, backgrounds, and experience. We all play a crucial role in furthering the Institute’s aspirations, advancing the frontiers of science and knowledge through our excellent scientific research, knowledge sharing and contribution; The role is embedded within the Research and Innovation Department, which is made up of a range of diverse, dynamic, responsive, and professional support and enabling teams.
The R&I Department provides dedicated, specialist support throughout the research and innovation ecosystem and lifecycle, helping to sustain, facilitate, enable, and advance Pirbright’s position and culture as a leading innovative centre for preventing and controlling viral diseases of livestock.


This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and resourceful individual to help grow the Knowledge Exchange and Commercialisation team (KEC), which provides the Institute with the necessary support and continuity for existing technology transfer and commercialisation activities. Drafting and negotiating research contracts with commercial partners, non-governmental Agencies, universities, and public sector organisations.
Develop, facilitate, and support KEC initiatives, such as commercial activities.
Working with internal and external stakeholders to capture and monitor impact generated by the Institute’s research, facilities, and expertise.


Advising research groups on the legal requirements.
The post holder should also have capacity to travel within the UK with occasional overnight stays.


Bachelor’s degree in a life sciences subject or equivalent experience.
Public sector or commercial life sciences experience.
IT skills in particular Microsoft packages including (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).


Experience with research contract drafting or negotiations.
Due to the nature of the work carried out by Pirbright, all successful applicants will be required to go through a comprehensive screening process including reference and qualification checks, financial and security clearances.


Generous Group Personal Pension Scheme and life cover (subject to age and earnings).
~25 days annual leave per annum, pro rata, plus 10.Buy and sell annual leave.
~ Option to carry over up to two weeks annual leave.
~ Pirbright gym with subsidised membership.
~ Pirbright Lifestyle Hub (employee discount site).
~ Cycle to work.
~ Childcare allowance.
~ Free onsite parking.
~ Electric car charging facilities.