Head of Life Sciences

3 days ago


Belfast, United Kingdom HIRANI Full time

HIRANI seeks a seasoned leader to drive the success of our Future Medicines Institute (FMI) in Northern Ireland.

The FMI is an industry-led research hub for Life and Health Sciences, hosted by Queen's University Belfast (QUB). This strategic initiative has been identified as a priority by the NI Executive, UK, and Irish governments. A consortium of companies, including HIRANI, QUB, and Ulster University, have collaborated to create this translational research unit.

As Head of Life Sciences, you will be responsible for managing staff, financial resources, and physical assets to ensure operational efficiency, growth, and long-term financial stability of the FMI.

  • Work closely with partner organisations and the QUB academic project lead to drive collaboration and cluster development.
  • Develop and implement strategies to enhance research and development opportunities for commercial and academic partners.
  • Lead a team of professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, customer focus, and effective resource planning.
  • Secure research incomes and negotiate collaborative contracts to generate commercial income.

This fixed-term post is available for 5 years, with the possibility of renewal or permanence subject to funding availability. The estimated salary range for this position is £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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