Head of Research Programmes

**Who are we at Arctech Innovation**:

- We are on a mission to protect people’s health by enabling new and innovative products to predict and prevent the spread of pests and disease.
- We all live in a bug’s world. For every one of us, there’s around 500 million of them. We know we can’t eliminate every pest or disease. We also know that the next pandemic is likely to be an insect-borne disease. So, at Arctech Innovation, we are bringing together artificial intelligence with the genius of nature to revolutionize the way we manage diseases and prepare for future outbreaks.
- We believe in the power of partnership-driven growth - we’ve enabled over 300 pest and vector control products for our commercial clients via our contract research services, and we’re commercialising our IP through collaboration with the private sector, academia, and public health bodies to bring our own novel digital pest control and disease monitoring solutions to market.
- With our deep expertise in medical entomology, insect behaviour, analytical chemistry, behaviour change and data modelling, we’ve already impacted more than 250m lives and established Arctech Innovation as an influencer and disruptor within global and public health.

**The role**:
Arctech Innovation is seeking a Head of Research Programmes to lead projects in our contract research division. They will have extensive expertise in entomology/vector control/public health with a strong track record of effective project and people management plus external-facing stakeholder engagement. Reporting to the Director of Contract Research, they will play a key role in managing and implementing a diverse range of exciting research projects in collaboration with a diverse range of commercial clients from across the globe.

**Who you are**:

- A dynamic, enthusiastic and a self-starter with entomology and vector control at the core of your expertise.
- You want to work on an amazing mission to shape the future of pest control and public health, drawing on your own skills and know-how to develop and evaluate novel products in collaboration with the private sector.
- You want to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a first-class team of scientists whose passion for researching insects, diseases and human health is matched by their innovative spark, entrepreneurial zeal and commercial mindsets
- An excellent communicator with experience of developing strong internal and external relationships.
- Able to work strategically as well as roll up your sleeves and get involved in detailed aspects of the research as needed

**Main responsibilities**:

- Lead and develop projects with little or no supervision, managing a suite of larger, concurrent research projects
- Manage the day-today activities of the contract research team, including line management, working closely with the Director of Contract Research and deputising as needed
- Manage and implement the division’s portfolio of research projects. This will involve a variety of tasks including:
Experimental planning, design and oversight

Data analysis and report writing/review

Conducting laboratory testing including experiments with mosquitoes and
other insects. This will involve exposure to insect bites.

Data analysis, interpretation and report writing

Conduct studies in accordance to appropriate regulations including GLP and
GCP
- Review quotes, SOPs, risk assessments and reports.
- Develop and maintain new and impactful client relationships aligned with divisional and company strategy.
- Lead on operational aspects of the contract research division including, but not limited to, budget and resource management.
- Regularly feed back to the Senior Leadership Team as required.
- Regular reporting to the contract research director on project milestones.
- Contribute to the writing of scientific manuscripts and delivery of internal and external presentations.
- Assist with other administrative, operational and research activities where required.

**Why work at Arctech Innovation**:
We offer excellent training and development opportunities as well as a competitive salary and benefits package including 30 days’ annual leave, six company wellbeing days and hybrid working options to promote a flexible and inclusive work environment.

We are situated in expert facilities with offices and labs at The Cube, London East-UK Business and Technical Park, Dagenham. This is a hybrid role with some travel anticipated to visit clients and prospective clients.

At Arctech Innovation we embrace diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse Company representing all backgrounds, harnessing industry-leading scientific innovation, and behaviours.

**Application Information**:
**More information**:
Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- PhD (required)

**Experience**:

- Entomology, Vector Control or Public Health: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom