Senior Group Leader, Nitrogen Fixation & Plant Science

Ellison Institute of Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + travel allowance + bonus

Enhanced holiday + options to buy additional days

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 Senior Group Leader in Nitrogen Fixation to spearhead a high-profile research program. This position requires a recognized thought leader to build a top-tier research team focused on innovative solutions in biological nitrogen fixation. The ideal candidate will manage projects, foster collaborations, and translate research into impactful commercial opportunities, ensuring alignment with the institute's mission to tackle global challenges. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage scientific output for a team of PhDs/Post doctoral researchers.
• Experience delivering against long term strategic research programs.
• Leader of research group(s) within academia or industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead a flagship research programme aimed at biological nitrogen fixation.
• Recruit and manage top-tier talent in the research team.
• Oversee project resources and ensure ethical research practices.

Skills

Project management

Scientific collaboration

Communication

Resource allocation

Education

PhD in Plant Science or related field

Job description

A leading research institute in Oxford is seeking a Senior Group Leader in Nitrogen Fixation to spearhead a high-profile research program. This position requires a recognized thought leader to build a top-tier research team focused on innovative solutions in biological nitrogen fixation. The ideal candidate will manage projects, foster collaborations, and translate research into impactful commercial opportunities, ensuring alignment with the institute's mission to tackle global challenges. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.