Lead Data Innovator for Scotland's Tech Ecosystem

1 month ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Eden Scott Full time

Are you a visionary leader looking to drive innovation in Scotland's tech ecosystem? Eden Scott, a leading recruitment agency, is partnering with the University of Edinburgh to find a Chief Executive Officer for The Data Lab.

The Role:

The Data Lab is Scotland's Innovation Centre for Data and Artificial Intelligence. As the CEO, you will lead a team of 35+ staff, establishing the overarching vision, fostering a high-performance culture based on collaboration, and providing leadership and strategic direction for the next phase of The Data Lab's development.

You will provide direct leadership to the Executive Team, ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of The Data Lab through the development of a robust business plan and programs of work that can add value and secure funding contributions across public, private, and philanthropic sources.

A strong commercial awareness and understanding of the mix of technology and business needs required of an organisation like The Data Lab are essential. You should have a track record of board-level experience within high-technology organisations with engagement across both public and private sectors and academia.

A deep knowledge of the funding and investment landscape across the Scottish technology ecosystem is also required, as well as the ability to build and maintain a strong network. A proven ability to develop and drive a strategic vision while fostering a collaborative culture that promotes high-performance is crucial.

This role requires education to degree level in informatics or a Computer Science related field, with a strong general knowledge of the challenges facing the technology sector within the UK.

Salary: We estimate a salary range of £120,000 - £150,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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