

Head of Research (Fixed Term)
The Head of Research is a new role and exciting opportunity at the Milner Therapeutics Institute within the University of Cambridge. The Institute acts as a catalyst and driver to unlock the power of emerging discoveries through the formation of dynamic partnerships between academia and industry. The Milner Therapeutics Institute is leading the way by breaking the mould in terms of how academia and industry interact. We have two parallel paths to developing therapeutics: we connect academia with pharma companies to deliver research, and we connect entrepreneurs with investors to form new start-ups some of which we house within the Frame Shift bio-incubator. The Milner Therapeutics Institute is a buoyant, vibrant and fast-paced environment in which to work, and is ideal for those who thrive in the face of change.
The Head of Research will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the Milner Research Portfolio including line management of Heads of Research Groups, Drug Discovery and Computational Biology. The Head of Research will also oversee the installation and running of the new Functional Genomics Screening Laboratory (FCSL).
Working with the Executive Director, the Head of Research will develop and direct the research strategy, including identifying new areas of business relevant to ongoing research to maintain and grow the Institute, gaining funding, presenting proposals, exploring new and innovative ways of working, promoting, and implementing change and the development of the research teams; while also feeding into the University's life science strategy.
Candidates must hold a PhD in Molecular or Cell Biology or related discipline. As well has have wide and extensive experience in a range of research formats. For further information on the experience, skills and behavioural attributes required for this position, please click below to view the Further Particulars before applying.
Interviews will be held in-person at the Milner Therapeutics Institute during week commencing 13th November, located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus in the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Informal enquiries can be directed to Saffron Murfitt, HR & Administration Coordinator sgm50@cam.ac.uk.
Please quote reference PR38913 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Head of Research (Fixed Term)
The Head of Research is a new role and exciting opportunity at the Milner Therapeutics Institute within the University of Cambridge. The Institute acts as a catalyst and driver to unlock the power of emerging discoveries through the formation of dynamic partnerships between academia and industry. The Milner Therapeutics Institute is leading the way by breaking the mould in terms of how academia and industry interact. We have two parallel paths to developing therapeutics: we connect academia with pharma companies to deliver research, and we connect entrepreneurs with investors to form new start-ups some of which we house within the Frame Shift bio-incubator. The Milner Therapeutics Institute is a buoyant, vibrant and fast-paced environment in which to work, and is ideal for those who thrive in the face of change.
The Head of Research will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the Milner Research Portfolio including line management of Heads of Research Groups, Drug Discovery and Computational Biology. The Head of Research will also oversee the installation and running of the new Functional Genomics Screening Laboratory (FCSL).
Working with the Executive Director, the Head of Research will develop and direct the research strategy, including identifying new areas of business relevant to ongoing research to maintain and grow the Institute, gaining funding, presenting proposals, exploring new and innovative ways of working, promoting, and implementing change and the development of the research teams; while also feeding into the University's life science strategy.
Candidates must hold a PhD in Molecular or Cell Biology or related discipline. As well has have wide and extensive experience in a range of research formats. For further information on the experience, skills and behavioural attributes required for this position, please click below to view the Further Particulars before applying.
Interviews will be held in-person at the Milner Therapeutics Institute during week commencing 13th November, located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus in the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Informal enquiries can be directed to Saffron Murfitt, HR & Administration Coordinator of the Milner Therapeutics Institute at hr@milner.cam.ac.uk (www.milner.cam.ac.uk).
Please quote reference PR38802 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.