Project Officer, Infectious Disease

WELLCOME TRUST; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A global charitable foundation is seeking a Project Officer to join their Infectious Disease team focused on combating global health challenges. This role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance, and building collaborative relationships. Candidates should have project management experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position follows a hybrid working model with three days in the office and flexibility for remote work.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a project management environment and preparing project documentation.
• Familiar with project management processes and governance frameworks.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of projects using recognized project management tools.
• Monitor and report on project progress and risks.
• Ensure quality and compliance with governance standards.

Skills

Project management experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management IT systems

Collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams, SharePoint)

Job description

Salary: £ 46,300

Closing date: Monday, 26 January 2026

Contract type: Permanent

Interview dates: 1st stage- Remote/online 23, 24 and 26 Feb

The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships.

We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health.

These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone.

Wellcome's Infectious Disease team is dedicated to tackling some of the world's most pressing health challenges. Infectious diseases cause millions of deaths annually, disproportionately affecting the poorest communities. Our mission is to accelerate the discovery, development and optimisation of interventions that prevent and control these diseases. We focus on two critical threats: drug-resistant infections and diseases impacted by environmental change, such as arboviruses and waterborne illnesses. Through partnerships, advocacy and evidence-based action, we aim to ensure that research translates into equitable, accessible solutions for those who need them most.

We are looking for a Project Officer to join our team who is passionate about infectious diseases and global health or with an interest this area

Where in Wellcome will I be working?

You’ll join Wellcome's Infectious Disease (ID) programme, working alongside research, programme, policy and communications colleagues to help bring innovative solutions to combat infectious disease in the most affected communities. The ID programme has 4 thematic areas (Antimicrobial resistance, TB, Vector borne diseases and cholera) in addition to major initiative with key partners, funders and stakeholders

Day to day, you’ll collaborate across ID subteams (for example, Epidemics & Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Vaccines, Vector Control & Therapeutics, Product Development Partnerships, Strategy Integration, Policy and Communications) and with partners beyond Wellcome, supporting delivery across multiple projects and workstreams. You will be one of 4 POs in the ID team to work alongside. This role will be line managed within the vaccine team, but this is a heavily matrixed role across multiple teams within ID and across Wellcome

What will I be doing?

As a Project Officer, you will:

• Support delivery of project - applying recognised project management tools and techniques to keep workstreams on track and achieve agreed outcomes.
• Monitor and report on project progress and risks - report on milestones, issues and results, and take ownership of the risk and control environment for your area.
• Ensure quality and compliance - uphold governance standards, maintain accurate documentation and ensure adherence to Wellcome's policies and principles.
• Solve problems and optimise delivery - analyse challenges, identify improvements and drive efficiencies across projects and processes.
• Collaborate and build relationships - work closely with internal teams and external partners to align objectives and foster an inclusive, supportive culture.
• Maintain cost control and oversee spending to ensure compliance with the approved operating budget.

Is this job for me?

If you have experience in project management and are confident using project tools and systems, this role could be a great fit. You’ll need strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly, work collaboratively and adapt to change. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms, along with an understanding of governance and compliance, will help you succeed.

Minimum Criteria:

• Experience working in a project management environment and familiar with project management processes and practice, with experience in preparing project documentation such as plans and status reports.
• Experienced in the use of project management tools and systems and a good understanding of governance frameworks and compliance requirements in project delivery.
• Familiar with project management IT systems, with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint).

You can view the full job description on our website

You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website

Our Hybrid Way of Working

We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best.

At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome.

We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .