Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.
At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.
Position Overview
We are now looking for our next Chief Operating Officer (COO) who will be an experienced leader who is commercially astute and purpose driven with a strong financial background who can lead and contribute to strategic planning. The new COO will have a fantastic opportunity to help shape Kidney Research UK, as we grow.
Our passionate community of staff, volunteers, researchers, ambassadors, and patients work together to turn ground-breaking research into life-changing treatments. As chief operating officer, you will be at the centre of this, ensuring that the ‘engine’ of Kidney Research UK operates at peak efficiency and that we capitalise on opportunities to innovate so we can do even more to change lives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Play an influential role in a range of key strategic projects including the scale-up of NURTuRE biobank.
2. Manage the financial aspects of our growing portfolio of social investments.
3. Contribute to the creation of our data and AI strategy.
If you have questions about the appointment and would find it helpful to have an informal conversation, please contact chris.milo@starfishsearch.com and we will be happy to arrange a call.
To make an application, please go to https://starfishsearch.com/jobs/kid-res-uk-ceo/
Closing Date: Monday 7th April 2025
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