Knowledge Integration Specialists

A world where the brightest minds in science get the support they need.

Knowledge Integration Specialists

Highly competitive remuneration package (including defined benefit pension scheme)

The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation dedicated to achieving extraordinary improvements in health by supporting the brightest minds. We fund thousands of scientists in dozens of countries.

We are seeking Knowledge Integration Specialists to work with the Head of a new department: Science Strategy, Performance and Impact, part of our Science division. The objectives of this department are to develop science strategy and opportunities for the Trust, in the UK and internationally, to assess the performance of our existing portfolio of grants, and to consider and study the performance of our grant-making and decision-making mechanisms.

You will be part of small team of knowledge professionals, collaborating closely with other departments in the Science division and other parts of the Trust, such as the Strategic Planning and Policy Unit. You will help build relationships with external agencies both in the UK and internationally, and where appropriate develop collaborative studies.

You will have a strong record of knowledge management and strategic planning in an academic, consultancy, policy or industrial setting, in an area relevant to the Trust's Strategic Plan. Experience in science administration, consultancy, policy or a relevant government post would be an advantage. You will be a skilled communicator, with experience of leading and working in goal-oriented teams. Strong networking and collaboration skills are essential.

For more information and to apply online, visit: wellcome.ac.uk/jobs

Alternatively, send a CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for this role to: HR, Wellcome Trust, 215 Euston Road, London NW1 2BE, or to HR@wellcome.ac.uk

Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2014

The Wellcome Trust is a charity registered in England and Wales, no. 210183.