Programme Manager - Health Innovation & Startups

The Francis Crick Institute; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biomedical research institute in London is seeking a Programme Manager to drive innovation and support early-stage health ventures. This role entails leading accelerator programmes, managing stakeholder relationships, and fostering collaboration within the health innovation ecosystem. Candidates should have significant experience in programme management and a passion for empowering entrepreneurs. A full-time, fixed term position with competitive salary and benefits is offered.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Health & well-being support

Discounted gym memberships

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Qualifications

• Experience in working with early-stage scientific or health ventures.
• Proven ability to lead and manage structured programmes with multiple stakeholders.
• Confident communicator with experience presenting and facilitating workshops.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of KQ accelerator programmes ensuring smooth execution.
• Shape programme design and delivery to drive innovation.
• Collaborate with partners to expand networks in health innovation.

Skills

Programme management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

MSc/PhD in life sciences or related field

Job description

A leading biomedical research institute in London is seeking a Programme Manager to drive innovation and support early-stage health ventures. This role entails leading accelerator programmes, managing stakeholder relationships, and fostering collaboration within the health innovation ecosystem. Candidates should have significant experience in programme management and a passion for empowering entrepreneurs. A full-time, fixed term position with competitive salary and benefits is offered.