Senior Group Leader, Advanced Plant Genome Technologies

Ellison Institute, LLC; Oxford; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel allowance

Bonus

Enhanced holiday options

Pension

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Hospital Cash Plan

Therapy Services

Perk Box

Electric Car Scheme

Childcare benefit

Job summary

A leading research institute in Oxford is seeking a Group Leader/Senior Group Leader in Advanced Genome Technologies to lead transformative research in plant biotechnology. This senior role aims to develop and manage cutting-edge research programmes focusing on genetic manipulation and plant regeneration. The successful candidate will establish a high-performing team and engage in cross-sector collaborations to ensure scientific breakthroughs align with sustainable innovation goals. This position presents a unique opportunity to make a global impact in plant science.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing scientific output for a team of PhDs/Postdoctoral researchers.
• Experience delivering against long-term strategic research programs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large teams and interdisciplinary workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a research programme in advanced genome technologies.
• Establish and continuously evolve a flagship research programme.
• Manage project resources, including personnel and budgets.

Skills

Leadership of research groups

Project management

Commercial awareness

Building internal and external relationships

Job description

A leading research institute in Oxford is seeking a Group Leader/Senior Group Leader in Advanced Genome Technologies to lead transformative research in plant biotechnology. This senior role aims to develop and manage cutting-edge research programmes focusing on genetic manipulation and plant regeneration. The successful candidate will establish a high-performing team and engage in cross-sector collaborations to ensure scientific breakthroughs align with sustainable innovation goals. This position presents a unique opportunity to make a global impact in plant science.