Research Leadership Opportunity

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Lifelancer Full time

Company Overview:

Lifelancer is a talent-hiring platform connecting professionals in the life sciences, pharma, and IT sectors. We strive to create meaningful opportunities for growth and development in these fields.

About the Job:

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Research to lead our research department. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in biomedical sciences research and funding, with expertise in research competitions, peer review, and grant management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Horizon scanning and landscape reviews to deliver our research strategy
  • Research funding competitions to secure at least £5m new research per annum
  • Ongoing grant management of a £30m grant portfolio
  • Reviewing and creating funding schemes to address unmet needs
  • Developing our framework for impact evaluation

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Significant experience working in biomedical sciences research/funding environment
  • Experience of research funding competitions, peer review, and grant management
  • PhD in biomedical sciences or degree in biological sciences (or equivalent experience)

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of up to £70,000 (dependent on experience) for a full-time 36 hour week
  • 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 10% employer contribution
  • Life insurance at four times salary
  • Enhanced family-related leave and sickness leave
  • Learning and development programmes and external training opportunities

Location and Working Arrangements:

The role will be based in central London, with the option to work remotely for part of the week. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team making a difference in human health.



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