Technology Lead: Discovery Data Linkage & Architecture

Wellcome Trust; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wellcome Trust, a global charitable foundation, is seeking a Technology Lead, Discovery (Data Linkage and Data Architecture) to advance data-driven discovery across health and science. You will identify funding opportunities, shape priorities, and collaborate with researchers and partners to maximise impact.

You will lead data-centric initiatives, oversee delivery, manage risks, and contribute to an inclusive team culture while working in a hybrid model with both on-site and remote days in

Qualifications

• Knowledge of data linkage, data architecture and digital technologies in science and health.
• Experience with health-related data in technical/strategic roles.
• Strong understanding of the UK health data landscape and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop funding opportunities in data linkage, data architecture and digital technologies.
• Lead high-impact data and technology initiatives from concept to delivery.
• Build partnerships with researchers, funders, industry and other stakeholders.

Skills

Data linkage

Data architecture

Digital technologies

Health data landscape

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent in quantitative/clinical sciences

Job description

The Wellcome Trust, a global charitable foundation, is seeking a Technology Lead, Discovery (Data Linkage and Data Architecture) to advance data-driven discovery across health and science. You will identify funding opportunities, shape priorities, and collaborate with researchers and partners to maximise impact.

You will lead data-centric initiatives, oversee delivery, manage risks, and contribute to an inclusive team culture while working in a hybrid model with both on-site and remote days in