The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford tackles humanity’s greatest challenges by turning science and technology into impactful global solutions. Focused on areas like health, food security, sustainable agriculture, climate change, clean energy, and AI-driven government innovation, EIT Oxford blends groundbreaking research with practical applications to deliver lasting results.
A cornerstone of EIT Oxford’s mission is its upcoming 300,000-square-foot research facility at the Oxford Science Park, set to open in 2027. This cutting-edge campus will feature advanced labs, an oncology and preventative care clinic, and collaborative spaces to strengthen its partnership with the University of Oxford. It will also host the Ellison Scholars, driving innovation for societal benefit.
The Pathogen Mission highlights EIT’s transformative approach, using Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) and Oracle’s cloud technology to create a global pathogen metagenomics system. This initiative aims to improve diagnostics, provide early epidemic warnings, and guide treatments by profiling antimicrobial resistance. The goal is to deliver certified diagnostic tools for widespread use in labs, hospitals, and public health.
EIT Oxford fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and resilience, valuing diverse expertise to drive sustainable solutions to humanity’s enduring challenges.
EIT is looking for an Implementation Manager to oversee the onboarding of top-tier clinical and academic centers into the EIT Pathogena Networks of Excellence, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with regulatory standards. Serving as the primary operational liaison, you will drive successful partnerships by leveraging internal expertise and resources. In this role, you will develop tailored strategies to engage lower-resourced settings, expanding access to pathogen genomics. Additionally, as Implementation Manager you will represent EIT Pathogena externally, contribute to strategic planning, and lead global program implementation. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or Master’s in life sciences, possess deep expertise in genomics, and have a strong track record in establishing sequencing facilities and managing international collaborations in fast-paced environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the process of operationally onboarding leading clinical academic centres globally into the EIT Pathogena Networks of Excellence.
* Act as the operational focal point to ensure that partners become successfully established within the network, drawing on the expertise and support of colleagues across EIT Pathogena and the wider Ellison Institute of Technology as needed.
* Establish and oversee operational controls to ensure compliance with the required regulatory and legal frameworks.
* Develop and implement tailored operational approaches to bring clinical and academic partners in lower-resourced settings into the Networks of Excellence, expanding the reach of pathogen genomics.
* Represent EIT Pathogena externally at events and meetings, to partner well and to position the organisation for success.
* As a key member of the EIT Pathogena Implementation team, contribute to the strategic and operational plan to design and implement products and programs globally.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
* A PhD or Master’s qualification in the life sciences.
* Specialist understanding of genomics, spanning technical, operational and strategic levels. Experience with pathogen genomics is desirable.
* Experience and a track record of delivering success in operationalising sequencing facilities.
* Strong knowledge of relevant regulatory and legal frameworks.
* Experience and a track record of delivering success through collaborative partnerships, including at least some international experience.
* Experience in managing a range of stakeholders.
* Ability to work effectively in a high-growth, fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Highly organized with an ability to manage multiple projects.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills, inter-personal skills, and the ability to work with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds.
* Able and willing to travel internationally.
Benefits
We offer the following salary and benefits:
* Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum + bonus + travel allowance
* Enhanced holiday pay
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Income Protection
* Private Medical Insurance
* Hospital Cash Plan
* Therapy Services
* Perk Box
Why work for EIT:
At the Ellison Institute, we believe a collaborative, inclusive team is key to our success. We are building a supportive environment where creative risks are encouraged, and everyone feels heard. Valuing emotional intelligence, empathy, respect, and resilience, we encourage people to be curious and to have a shared commitment to excellence. Join us and make an impact!
Terms of Appointment:
* You must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary.
* You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford.
* During peak periods, some longer hours may be required and some working across multiple time zones due to the global nature of the programme.