Global Infectious Disease: Research Lead, Small Molecules

Wellcome Trust; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A global charitable foundation is seeking a Research Lead, Small Molecules to lead and deliver projects in infectious disease. This role involves shaping therapeutic strategies, managing partnerships, and overseeing a portfolio of innovations aimed at reducing the burden of diseases like tuberculosis and fungal infections. The position offers a hybrid working model, combining office presence with remote work, and emphasizes commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in therapeutics development for global health projects.
• Knowledge of fungal infections and tuberculosis in a low-and-middle income context.
• Experience managing projects in academic, charity, or funding agency settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead therapeutic strategy across the Infectious Disease programme.
• Identify new opportunities in therapeutics.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of projects with external stakeholders.

Skills

Therapeutics development

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant degree in life sciences

Job description

A global charitable foundation is seeking a Research Lead, Small Molecules to lead and deliver projects in infectious disease. This role involves shaping therapeutic strategies, managing partnerships, and overseeing a portfolio of innovations aimed at reducing the burden of diseases like tuberculosis and fungal infections. The position offers a hybrid working model, combining office presence with remote work, and emphasizes commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.