Ellison Institute of Technology
Oxford, Oxfordshire
At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we're on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionary scientists, technologists, policy makers, and entrepreneurs to tackle humanity's greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture Climate Change & Managing CO Artificial Intelligence & Robotics This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you'll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs. Together, we push boundaries, embrace complexity, and create solutions to scale ideas from lab to society. Explore more at Welcome to the Pathogen Program: Within this ecosystem, the Pathogen Program exemplifies EIT's dedication to ground-breaking science. It seeks to transform pathogen risk management, detection and response by leveraging Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS)-based metagenomic and pathogen-specific analytical tools. The goal is to power metagenomic devices using long-read sequencing technologies by building a comprehensive database of pathogen information to inform response. The database will comprise >400,00 paired high-quality long read sequences with comprehensive antimicrobial susceptibility profiles. Enabled by Oracle Inc.'s cloud-computing scale and security, the Pathogen Program is advancing toward certified diagnostic tools for deployment in laboratories, hospitals, and public health organisations worldwide. Your Role: We are looking for a Senior Scientist with expertise in AMR genomics to join the Pathogen Program. This is a predominantly desk-based role working collaboratively across teams within the Pathogen Program to provide expert input on a range of AMR related tasks and topics. You will curate expert rules for interpretation of AMR genotypic data, provide domain-specific analysis and support for genome sequence and AST data generated by the laboratory, provide expert advice for AST testing and investigate putative novel mechanisms of resistance. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for AMR and strong domain-specific knowledge to contribute to an ambitious program of work aiming to revolutionise pathogen diagnostics. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert knowledge and input into research and operational activities involving antimicrobials and AMR. Develop expert rules for prediction of antimicrobial phenotype from genotypic information. Curate catalogues of antimicrobial resistance loci, such as AMRFinderPlus output. Contribute to design and quality assurance of antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Review paired antimicrobial susceptibility and whole genome sequence data to identify possible anomalies or areas for further investigation. Review existing MIC data and identify priorities for further testing or re-testing. Interpret and curate data on plasmids and mobile genetic elements from genomic and metagenomic datasets. Collaborate with colleagues developing Machine Learning models for AMR prediction from genotype. Contribute to research to identify and investigate novel antimicrobial resistance mechanisms identified by Machine Learning models. Collaborate with laboratory scientists to produce and evaluate datasets for identification of AMR genes and prediction of antimicrobial susceptibility from metagenomic data. Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders involved in EIT's AMR-related activities. Opportunity to conduct laboratory research to generate datasets for identification of AMR genes and prediction of antimicrobial susceptibility from metagenomic data. Opportunity to contribute to laboratory research investigating putative novel antimicrobial resistance loci. Keep up with the latest literature relevant to the field. Keep excellent records of work performed. Analyse and summarise data, and present data and results at internal or external meetings as required. Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: A PhD degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. microbiology, molecular microbiology clinical biology biochemistry). over 2 years of post-doctoral research experience. Significant research experience in antimicrobial resistance. Significant experience working with and interpreting genomic data from bacteria. Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with data analysis packages such as R. Good communication skills. Excellent record-keeping and attention to detail. Strong IT skills and experience using spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software. Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: Research experience in AMR genomics Research experience with plasmids or other mobile genetic elements Basic bioinformatic skills Microbiology and/or molecular biology laboratory skills Familiarity with metagenomic workflows and data Experience working with nanopore sequencing Previous experience of using Confluence, Jira, Lucidchart or other similar reporting and project management tools Key Attributes: Enthusiastic and proactive individual with a "can-do" attitude. Ability to work effectively in a high-growth, fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks. Collaborative team-player, able to work well within multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to effectively communicate across scientific domains. Good problem-solving skills. Highly organised, with excellent time management and prioritisation abilities. Benefits We offer the following salary and benefits: Travel Allowance Bonus Enhanced holiday pay Pension Life Assurance Income Protection Private Medical Insurance Hospital Cash Plan Therapy Services Perk Box Electrical Car Scheme 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 (or be willing to relocate). Hybrid working
At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we're on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionary scientists, technologists, policy makers, and entrepreneurs to tackle humanity's greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture Climate Change & Managing CO Artificial Intelligence & Robotics This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you'll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs. Together, we push boundaries, embrace complexity, and create solutions to scale ideas from lab to society. Explore more at Welcome to the Pathogen Program: Within this ecosystem, the Pathogen Program exemplifies EIT's dedication to ground-breaking science. It seeks to transform pathogen risk management, detection and response by leveraging Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS)-based metagenomic and pathogen-specific analytical tools. The goal is to power metagenomic devices using long-read sequencing technologies by building a comprehensive database of pathogen information to inform response. The database will comprise >400,00 paired high-quality long read sequences with comprehensive antimicrobial susceptibility profiles. Enabled by Oracle Inc.'s cloud-computing scale and security, the Pathogen Program is advancing toward certified diagnostic tools for deployment in laboratories, hospitals, and public health organisations worldwide. Your Role: We are looking for a Senior Scientist with expertise in AMR genomics to join the Pathogen Program. This is a predominantly desk-based role working collaboratively across teams within the Pathogen Program to provide expert input on a range of AMR related tasks and topics. You will curate expert rules for interpretation of AMR genotypic data, provide domain-specific analysis and support for genome sequence and AST data generated by the laboratory, provide expert advice for AST testing and investigate putative novel mechanisms of resistance. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for AMR and strong domain-specific knowledge to contribute to an ambitious program of work aiming to revolutionise pathogen diagnostics. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert knowledge and input into research and operational activities involving antimicrobials and AMR. Develop expert rules for prediction of antimicrobial phenotype from genotypic information. Curate catalogues of antimicrobial resistance loci, such as AMRFinderPlus output. Contribute to design and quality assurance of antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Review paired antimicrobial susceptibility and whole genome sequence data to identify possible anomalies or areas for further investigation. Review existing MIC data and identify priorities for further testing or re-testing. Interpret and curate data on plasmids and mobile genetic elements from genomic and metagenomic datasets. Collaborate with colleagues developing Machine Learning models for AMR prediction from genotype. Contribute to research to identify and investigate novel antimicrobial resistance mechanisms identified by Machine Learning models. Collaborate with laboratory scientists to produce and evaluate datasets for identification of AMR genes and prediction of antimicrobial susceptibility from metagenomic data. Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders involved in EIT's AMR-related activities. Opportunity to conduct laboratory research to generate datasets for identification of AMR genes and prediction of antimicrobial susceptibility from metagenomic data. Opportunity to contribute to laboratory research investigating putative novel antimicrobial resistance loci. Keep up with the latest literature relevant to the field. Keep excellent records of work performed. Analyse and summarise data, and present data and results at internal or external meetings as required. Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: A PhD degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. microbiology, molecular microbiology clinical biology biochemistry). over 2 years of post-doctoral research experience. Significant research experience in antimicrobial resistance. Significant experience working with and interpreting genomic data from bacteria. Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with data analysis packages such as R. Good communication skills. Excellent record-keeping and attention to detail. Strong IT skills and experience using spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software. Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: Research experience in AMR genomics Research experience with plasmids or other mobile genetic elements Basic bioinformatic skills Microbiology and/or molecular biology laboratory skills Familiarity with metagenomic workflows and data Experience working with nanopore sequencing Previous experience of using Confluence, Jira, Lucidchart or other similar reporting and project management tools Key Attributes: Enthusiastic and proactive individual with a "can-do" attitude. Ability to work effectively in a high-growth, fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks. Collaborative team-player, able to work well within multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to effectively communicate across scientific domains. Good problem-solving skills. Highly organised, with excellent time management and prioritisation abilities. Benefits We offer the following salary and benefits: Travel Allowance Bonus Enhanced holiday pay Pension Life Assurance Income Protection Private Medical Insurance Hospital Cash Plan Therapy Services Perk Box Electrical Car Scheme 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 (or be willing to relocate). Hybrid working
Ellison Institute of Technology
Oxford, Oxfordshire
Join us at EIT: At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we're on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionaryscientists, technologists, engineers, researchers, educators and innovators to tackle humanity's greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture Climate Change & Managing CO Artificial Intelligence & Robotics This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you'll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs. Together, we push boundaries, embrace complexity, and create solutions to scale ideas from lab to society. Explore more at . Your Role: We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded HR Business Partner to support our rapidly growing population of scientists, researchers, technical specialists, and operational teams. Working closely with leaders across the organisation, the HRBP will provide strategic and operational HR support that enables EIT's ambitious life sciences and research agenda. This role will play a key part in building a high-performing, mission-driven workforce, supporting organisational growth, workforce planning, talent development, employee relations, and culture initiatives within a dynamic, research-led environment. The successful candidate will have experience partnering with senior stakeholders, navigating complex organisational challenges, and supporting employee populations in highly specialised or knowledge-intensive settings. Experience within life sciences, healthcare, research, technology, or other innovation-focused organisations would be highly advantageous. Your Responsibilities: Strategic HR Support: Collaborate with business leaders across scientific, technology, engineering, operational and corporate teams to align people strategies with organisational objectives. Support workforce planning, organisational design, succession planning and capability building to ensure the business has the talent required to drive scientific innovation and commercial growth. Employee Relations and Employment Law: Serve as a trusted advisor on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, grievances, disciplinary processes and performance concerns. Ensure all activities are managed in accordance with UK employment law, company policies and the high standards expected within a regulated life sciences environment. Talent Management and Development: Partner with the Talent team and business leaders to attract, engage and retain high-calibre scientific, technical and commercial talent. Support the development of talent pipelines for critical roles, identify capability gaps, and implement learning and development initiatives that strengthen organisational expertise and future leadership capability. Performance Management: Support managers in establishing clear performance expectations aligned to business objectives and organisational values. Provide coaching and guidance on performance reviews, development planning, continuous feedback and performance improvement processes to foster a high-performing culture. HR Analytics and Reporting: Analyse workforce data, employee engagement trends and organisational metrics to provide data-driven insights that support business decision-making. Monitor key indicators including retention, diversity, capability development and talent movement to improve organisational effectiveness. Policy and Compliance: Ensure HR practices comply with UK employment legislation and internal policies, while supporting adherence to industry-specific regulatory requirements and quality standards. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of people policies, procedures and governance frameworks. Organisational Change and Growth: Support business transformation, change management initiatives and organisational growth activities, including restructures, integration programmes, team effectiveness initiatives and culture development. Help leaders navigate periods of change while maintaining employee engagement and performance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I): Champion diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that support innovation, collaboration and a sense of belonging. Partner with leaders to embed inclusive practices across recruitment, development, succession planning and employee experience programmes, ensuring diverse perspectives contribute to scientific and business success. Essential Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline, or equivalent qualification through relevant professional experience. Strong knowledge of HR principles, policies, procedures and UK employment legislation. Experience providing HR business partnering support across the employee lifecycle, including employee relations, performance management, talent development and organisational change. Significant experience managing complex employee relations matters with sensitivity, sound judgement and discretion. Strong analytical skills with experience using HR data and metrics to inform decision-making and provide actionable business insights. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated problem-solving capability, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options and implement effective solutions. Adaptable and resilient, with a proactive and solution-focused approach to change and ambiguity. Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience: CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification. Experience within biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, research or other highly regulated environments. Experience supporting high-growth, scaling or transformational organisations. Knowledge of workforce planning and talent management approaches for scientific, technical or specialist populations. Experience supporting organisational design, change management or business transformation initiatives. Experience developing and implementing diversity, equity and inclusion programmes. Experience partnering with senior leaders to drive people strategies aligned to organisational objectives. Understanding of quality, compliance and governance requirements within regulated environments. We offer the following benefits: Enhanced holiday. Our annual leave allowance is 25 days plus 8 bank holidays and an additional 3 days between Christmas and New Year. You will also have the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave in January and July. Pension - Employer contribution 7.5%, minimum employee contribution 5% Life Assurance. Income Protection Private Medical Insurance as standard for you, your partner and any dependents. Including hospital Cash Plan Employee discounts Electric car scheme Nursery Salary Sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Family Planning Neurodiversity support including advise and assessments Coaching & Therapy services Working Together - What It Involves: You must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary. In certain cases, we can consider sponsorship, and this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford (or be willing to relocate).
Join us at EIT: At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we're on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionaryscientists, technologists, engineers, researchers, educators and innovators to tackle humanity's greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture Climate Change & Managing CO Artificial Intelligence & Robotics This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you'll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs. Together, we push boundaries, embrace complexity, and create solutions to scale ideas from lab to society. Explore more at . Your Role: We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded HR Business Partner to support our rapidly growing population of scientists, researchers, technical specialists, and operational teams. Working closely with leaders across the organisation, the HRBP will provide strategic and operational HR support that enables EIT's ambitious life sciences and research agenda. This role will play a key part in building a high-performing, mission-driven workforce, supporting organisational growth, workforce planning, talent development, employee relations, and culture initiatives within a dynamic, research-led environment. The successful candidate will have experience partnering with senior stakeholders, navigating complex organisational challenges, and supporting employee populations in highly specialised or knowledge-intensive settings. Experience within life sciences, healthcare, research, technology, or other innovation-focused organisations would be highly advantageous. Your Responsibilities: Strategic HR Support: Collaborate with business leaders across scientific, technology, engineering, operational and corporate teams to align people strategies with organisational objectives. Support workforce planning, organisational design, succession planning and capability building to ensure the business has the talent required to drive scientific innovation and commercial growth. Employee Relations and Employment Law: Serve as a trusted advisor on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, grievances, disciplinary processes and performance concerns. Ensure all activities are managed in accordance with UK employment law, company policies and the high standards expected within a regulated life sciences environment. Talent Management and Development: Partner with the Talent team and business leaders to attract, engage and retain high-calibre scientific, technical and commercial talent. Support the development of talent pipelines for critical roles, identify capability gaps, and implement learning and development initiatives that strengthen organisational expertise and future leadership capability. Performance Management: Support managers in establishing clear performance expectations aligned to business objectives and organisational values. Provide coaching and guidance on performance reviews, development planning, continuous feedback and performance improvement processes to foster a high-performing culture. HR Analytics and Reporting: Analyse workforce data, employee engagement trends and organisational metrics to provide data-driven insights that support business decision-making. Monitor key indicators including retention, diversity, capability development and talent movement to improve organisational effectiveness. Policy and Compliance: Ensure HR practices comply with UK employment legislation and internal policies, while supporting adherence to industry-specific regulatory requirements and quality standards. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of people policies, procedures and governance frameworks. Organisational Change and Growth: Support business transformation, change management initiatives and organisational growth activities, including restructures, integration programmes, team effectiveness initiatives and culture development. Help leaders navigate periods of change while maintaining employee engagement and performance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I): Champion diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that support innovation, collaboration and a sense of belonging. Partner with leaders to embed inclusive practices across recruitment, development, succession planning and employee experience programmes, ensuring diverse perspectives contribute to scientific and business success. Essential Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline, or equivalent qualification through relevant professional experience. Strong knowledge of HR principles, policies, procedures and UK employment legislation. Experience providing HR business partnering support across the employee lifecycle, including employee relations, performance management, talent development and organisational change. Significant experience managing complex employee relations matters with sensitivity, sound judgement and discretion. Strong analytical skills with experience using HR data and metrics to inform decision-making and provide actionable business insights. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated problem-solving capability, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options and implement effective solutions. Adaptable and resilient, with a proactive and solution-focused approach to change and ambiguity. Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience: CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification. Experience within biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, research or other highly regulated environments. Experience supporting high-growth, scaling or transformational organisations. Knowledge of workforce planning and talent management approaches for scientific, technical or specialist populations. Experience supporting organisational design, change management or business transformation initiatives. Experience developing and implementing diversity, equity and inclusion programmes. Experience partnering with senior leaders to drive people strategies aligned to organisational objectives. Understanding of quality, compliance and governance requirements within regulated environments. We offer the following benefits: Enhanced holiday. Our annual leave allowance is 25 days plus 8 bank holidays and an additional 3 days between Christmas and New Year. You will also have the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave in January and July. Pension - Employer contribution 7.5%, minimum employee contribution 5% Life Assurance. Income Protection Private Medical Insurance as standard for you, your partner and any dependents. Including hospital Cash Plan Employee discounts Electric car scheme Nursery Salary Sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Family Planning Neurodiversity support including advise and assessments Coaching & Therapy services Working Together - What It Involves: You must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary. In certain cases, we can consider sponsorship, and this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford (or be willing to relocate).