Wellcome Trust
Head of Business Architecture and Process page is loaded Head of Business Architecture and Processlocations: Londonposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-003112 Salary: £112,500 Closing date: Wednesday 11th February Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: W/C 16th February and W/C 23rd February The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships.We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health.These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone.We are now recruiting for a Head of Business Architecture and Process on a permanent contract. The ideal candidate will be an influential leader with deep expertise in enterprise architecture and operating model design who has the ability to drive improvement at all levels and ensure Wellcome is fit for the future.Reporting directly into the Chief Operating Officer you will lead our business architecture and process design agenda, overseeing organisational improvement initiatives, identifying interdependencies and ensuring alignment between strategy, structure, and operations in partnership with Organisational Planning and People TeamsThis is a unique opportunity to set up a new team and play a key role in ensuring we are set up to deliver our ambitious vision and mission.You can view the full job description on ourTo apply for this role please submit an up-to-date CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. The minimum requirements of the role are: Significant experience leading large-scale improvement programmes in matrixed organisations with a global reach Track record of designing and implementing enterprise operating models Experience of delivering high-quality projects within tight deadlines Experience managing budgets and leading high-performing teamsYou can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best.At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our websitefor more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us . support researchers, we take on big health challenges, we campaign for better science, and we help everyone get involved with science and health research. Wellcome isn't just a supporter of great ideas, it's a great place to work. We offer excellent benefits and help our employees to develop in an open, respectful culture where differences are valued.
Head of Business Architecture and Process page is loaded Head of Business Architecture and Processlocations: Londonposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-003112 Salary: £112,500 Closing date: Wednesday 11th February Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: W/C 16th February and W/C 23rd February The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships.We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health.These challenges need the bold science we support, but they won't be solved by science alone.We are now recruiting for a Head of Business Architecture and Process on a permanent contract. The ideal candidate will be an influential leader with deep expertise in enterprise architecture and operating model design who has the ability to drive improvement at all levels and ensure Wellcome is fit for the future.Reporting directly into the Chief Operating Officer you will lead our business architecture and process design agenda, overseeing organisational improvement initiatives, identifying interdependencies and ensuring alignment between strategy, structure, and operations in partnership with Organisational Planning and People TeamsThis is a unique opportunity to set up a new team and play a key role in ensuring we are set up to deliver our ambitious vision and mission.You can view the full job description on ourTo apply for this role please submit an up-to-date CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. The minimum requirements of the role are: Significant experience leading large-scale improvement programmes in matrixed organisations with a global reach Track record of designing and implementing enterprise operating models Experience of delivering high-quality projects within tight deadlines Experience managing budgets and leading high-performing teamsYou can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best.At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome. We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our websitefor more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us . support researchers, we take on big health challenges, we campaign for better science, and we help everyone get involved with science and health research. Wellcome isn't just a supporter of great ideas, it's a great place to work. We offer excellent benefits and help our employees to develop in an open, respectful culture where differences are valued.
Wellcome Trust
Salary: £79,300 Closing date: Sunday, 22 February 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage ( W/c 23/03 and 30/03 ) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold discovery research we support. Our mission in Discovery Research, a strategic programme within the Discovery Department at Wellcome, is to generate new knowledge that has the potential to transform life, health and wellbeing in ways we can't always anticipate. We fund researchers, the UK and in LMICs, across disciplines and career stages, creating the conditions for ambitious and transformative research ideas to flourish. By investing in tools, technologies and research cultures, we aim to remove barriers and enable breakthroughs that improve health for everyone. We take a long-term view, supporting research that spans from fundamental biology to social sciences. Our approach includes regular funding opportunities for both investigator and team-led research programmes, major long-term investments and directed initiatives in critical fields to catalyse new research approaches. Diversity and interdisciplinary collaboration are at the heart of our vision, ensuring richer insights and more impactful discoveries. We are looking for a Senior Manager: Low Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) to join our team. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will be working within the Discovery Research team - forming part a sub-team that enables and supports programmes which crosscut the whole of Discovery Research strategic programme. Other programmes include: Clinical Research, Discovery Awards and Bioethics. Within this context, the Senior Manager for LMICs will play a pivotal role in advancing Wellcome's commitment to equitable and globally inclusive science by convening, funding and shaping initiatives that strengthen LMIC led discovery research. The role will lead the development and delivery of the LMIC workstream, deepens relationships across diverse research ecosystems, identify strategic opportunities, and ensures that principles of equity, trust and partnership are embedded across all programmes and collaborations What will I be doing? In this role, you'll lead and develop Wellcome's LMIC led discovery research work by shaping programmes, partnerships and insights that strengthen our global research impact. You will scope, plan and deliver key projects that strengthen Wellcome's LMIC led discovery research, leading and advancing this workstream while building effective partnerships across teams and portfolios to maximise strategic opportunities and shared learning. In doing so, you'll play a central role in convening, funding and integrating LMIC focused research activities that help drive forward Discovery Research's overall objectives. You will work collaboratively across teams to drive strategic objectives, embed equity and trust, and ensure Wellcome's LMIC research activities are coherent, influential and aligned with our mission. As a Senior Manager: Low Middle-Income Countries you will Lead and oversee the LMIC led Discovery Research portfolio, shaping its evolution and delivering projects and initiatives that support Wellcome's strategic objectives Developing effective engagement approaches for LMIC led applications, monitoring progress and ensuring learning and insight inform future funding and programme development Building a deep understanding of LMIC research ecosystems and using these insights to shape new initiatives, partnerships and outreach across Discovery Research and Wellcome Identifying and cultivate new opportunities with funders, research institutes, industry and third sector partners to advance LMIC led discovery research Drive strategic projects and programmes, from scoping and planning through to delivery, ensuring alignment with the Discovery Research Strategy. Embedding equity, trust and collaboration across all LMIC focused programmes, working closely with teams across Wellcome to ensure joined up activities and organisational buy in Representing Wellcome externally, providing leadership across key initiatives, managing risks and ensuring high quality outputs while contributing to an inclusive organisational culture. Is this job for me? This role is for you if you bring deep expertise in discovery research and LMIC research environments, alongside experience leading complex, high profile programmes in large organisations. You'll thrive here if you are an effective collaborator and influencer, confident navigating international research ecosystems and building partnerships that drive meaningful impact. If you're motivated by equity, evidence driven decision making and advancing global research through thoughtful leadership, this could be an excellent fit for you. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Advanced degree in life or medical sciences with a breadth of research interests and expertise, related to discovery research. Proven significant experience of working for a research funder or another funding related role in Africa or SE Asia, or in the UK to support low-to-middle income country research. Experience of shaping and delivering programmes to support research in low-to-middle income country settings with multi-disciplinary teams at a variety of scales. Proven record of managing departmental or cross-departmental projects of varying size to a successful conclusion The ability to demonstrate a breadth of research interests and expertise in a relevant field through relevant work experience in an academic, industrial, funding agency or charity setting. Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website. You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .
Salary: £79,300 Closing date: Sunday, 22 February 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage ( W/c 23/03 and 30/03 ) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. These challenges need the bold discovery research we support. Our mission in Discovery Research, a strategic programme within the Discovery Department at Wellcome, is to generate new knowledge that has the potential to transform life, health and wellbeing in ways we can't always anticipate. We fund researchers, the UK and in LMICs, across disciplines and career stages, creating the conditions for ambitious and transformative research ideas to flourish. By investing in tools, technologies and research cultures, we aim to remove barriers and enable breakthroughs that improve health for everyone. We take a long-term view, supporting research that spans from fundamental biology to social sciences. Our approach includes regular funding opportunities for both investigator and team-led research programmes, major long-term investments and directed initiatives in critical fields to catalyse new research approaches. Diversity and interdisciplinary collaboration are at the heart of our vision, ensuring richer insights and more impactful discoveries. We are looking for a Senior Manager: Low Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) to join our team. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You will be working within the Discovery Research team - forming part a sub-team that enables and supports programmes which crosscut the whole of Discovery Research strategic programme. Other programmes include: Clinical Research, Discovery Awards and Bioethics. Within this context, the Senior Manager for LMICs will play a pivotal role in advancing Wellcome's commitment to equitable and globally inclusive science by convening, funding and shaping initiatives that strengthen LMIC led discovery research. The role will lead the development and delivery of the LMIC workstream, deepens relationships across diverse research ecosystems, identify strategic opportunities, and ensures that principles of equity, trust and partnership are embedded across all programmes and collaborations What will I be doing? In this role, you'll lead and develop Wellcome's LMIC led discovery research work by shaping programmes, partnerships and insights that strengthen our global research impact. You will scope, plan and deliver key projects that strengthen Wellcome's LMIC led discovery research, leading and advancing this workstream while building effective partnerships across teams and portfolios to maximise strategic opportunities and shared learning. In doing so, you'll play a central role in convening, funding and integrating LMIC focused research activities that help drive forward Discovery Research's overall objectives. You will work collaboratively across teams to drive strategic objectives, embed equity and trust, and ensure Wellcome's LMIC research activities are coherent, influential and aligned with our mission. As a Senior Manager: Low Middle-Income Countries you will Lead and oversee the LMIC led Discovery Research portfolio, shaping its evolution and delivering projects and initiatives that support Wellcome's strategic objectives Developing effective engagement approaches for LMIC led applications, monitoring progress and ensuring learning and insight inform future funding and programme development Building a deep understanding of LMIC research ecosystems and using these insights to shape new initiatives, partnerships and outreach across Discovery Research and Wellcome Identifying and cultivate new opportunities with funders, research institutes, industry and third sector partners to advance LMIC led discovery research Drive strategic projects and programmes, from scoping and planning through to delivery, ensuring alignment with the Discovery Research Strategy. Embedding equity, trust and collaboration across all LMIC focused programmes, working closely with teams across Wellcome to ensure joined up activities and organisational buy in Representing Wellcome externally, providing leadership across key initiatives, managing risks and ensuring high quality outputs while contributing to an inclusive organisational culture. Is this job for me? This role is for you if you bring deep expertise in discovery research and LMIC research environments, alongside experience leading complex, high profile programmes in large organisations. You'll thrive here if you are an effective collaborator and influencer, confident navigating international research ecosystems and building partnerships that drive meaningful impact. If you're motivated by equity, evidence driven decision making and advancing global research through thoughtful leadership, this could be an excellent fit for you. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Advanced degree in life or medical sciences with a breadth of research interests and expertise, related to discovery research. Proven significant experience of working for a research funder or another funding related role in Africa or SE Asia, or in the UK to support low-to-middle income country research. Experience of shaping and delivering programmes to support research in low-to-middle income country settings with multi-disciplinary teams at a variety of scales. Proven record of managing departmental or cross-departmental projects of varying size to a successful conclusion The ability to demonstrate a breadth of research interests and expertise in a relevant field through relevant work experience in an academic, industrial, funding agency or charity setting. Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website. You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .
Wellcome Trust
Salary: £95,000 Closing date: Monday, 9 February 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage (26 Feb ,27 Feb and 2 Mar) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. Wellcome's Equity Department ensures we engage thoughtfully with the right people at the right time, enabling and investing in impactful research and influencing policy and practice so that new scientific advances, innovation and product development can be accessed with confidence by the people who need them most. We work to ensure partners and communities are engaged equitably, their voices shape the work we support, research draws on the broadest possible talent and expertise, and Wellcome itself is an inclusive place to work. We are now recruiting a Head of Equity Partnering, Infectious Disease to lead programmes that embed equity across the Infectious Disease (ID) team's strategy, funding and research activities and drive delivery against Wellcome's Equity Framework. ID is a multidisciplinary team delivering Wellcome's strategy to tackle infectious diseases in the highest burden settings. In this senior role, you will be embedded within the Infectious Disease leadership team, shaping its strategic direction and ensuring equity principles guide decision making across the programme. A key senior member of the Equity team, you will coordinate, manage and draw on the full capabilities of the Equity Department, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to develop ID's strategic vision and build an evidence base for equitable research and funding practices. This is an opportunity to drive system level change and ensure the benefits of infectious disease research and innovation reach the communities who stand to gain the most. We are looking for a Head of Equity Partnering, Infectious Disease to join our team. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You'll be working in Wellcome's Equitable Research Practice , part of the Equity Department, which leads our efforts to embed equitable approaches across research, funding and policy portfolio. The team comprises Equity Partnering, Equitable Funding, Inclusive Research, and Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion functions. As part of a matrix working model, you will be a core member of the Infectious Disease Programme Senior Management Team that directs Wellcome's programme for one of the three health challenges Wellcome has committed to. It is a multidisciplinary team focused on accelerating the discovery, development and delivery of new drugs, vaccines and interventions to deliver impact where they are needed most. We fund researchers and organisations globally with a focus on Africa and South, South-East Asia with an ambition to increase our engagement and impact in these geographies. You'll collaborate with colleagues across Equity and Infectious Disease, as well as external partners, to ensure our work is inclusive, evidence led and grounded in the needs of the communities most affected by infectious disease. What will I be doing? You'll play a pivotal role in embedding equity across the Infectious Disease programme, shaping strategic direction, leading impactful projects and building strong partnerships that influence how Wellcome funds and delivers research. Working across the Equity Department and Infectious Disease teams, you'll drive collaborative, evidence led approaches that strengthen equity at every stage of the research and funding journey. As a Head of Equity Partnering, Infectious Disease, you will: Lead programmes that embed equity across the Infectious Disease strategy, funding and research, ensuring delivery aligns with Wellcome's Equity Framework. Contribute to shaping strategic direction as part of the Infectious Disease senior leadership team, co developing portfolios across policy, engagement, influencing and investment. Build and maintain strong partnerships with senior Infectious Disease colleagues, offering practical, evidence led guidance-particularly in Global South contexts-to support equitable decision making. Oversee a portfolio of equity focused projects, coordinating matrix working and drawing on expertise from across the Equity Department to strengthen delivery. Develop and monitor equity related targets and performance indicators, supporting organisational learning and promoting a collaborative, inclusive culture across Equity and Infectious Disease. Ensure all work is delivered in line with Wellcome's governance, values and behaviours, contributing to effective resource management and undertaking additional responsibilities as required. Is this job for me? If you're a senior, strategic individual with deep experience of delivering equitable research or funding in the Global South-and a track record of turning equity principles into practical, system level change across the research and funding value chain-this role is made for you. You'll thrive if you're a collaborative relationship builder who can draw on your experience from the Global South to influence senior stakeholders, work relationally and effectively across multiple partners internally in a complex organisation as well as externally, set clear targets, lead programmes and teams, communicate complex ideas with clarity, and bring resilience, openness and a strong commitment to Wellcome's mission and inclusive research practices. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Strong, demonstrated ability to partner, build productive relationships and influence senior stakeholders to deliver strategic, measurable impact Significant experience working in research / science in the Global South - ideally as a researcher / funder based in the Global South or a funder delivering a programme of scientific research conducted in the Global South - with a strong understanding of research and funding in Infectious Disease Context Demonstrated history of delivering excellent and equitable funding or research, with the ability to practically embed equity across the research and funding value chain to drive systemic change across Infectious Disease Demonstrated experience and understanding of delivering equitable global research/health partnership across Infectious Disease Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .
Salary: £95,000 Closing date: Monday, 9 February 2026 Contract type: Permanent Interview dates: 1st stage (26 Feb ,27 Feb and 2 Mar) online/Remote; 2nd stage: face to face The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and taking on three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease and climate and health. Wellcome's Equity Department ensures we engage thoughtfully with the right people at the right time, enabling and investing in impactful research and influencing policy and practice so that new scientific advances, innovation and product development can be accessed with confidence by the people who need them most. We work to ensure partners and communities are engaged equitably, their voices shape the work we support, research draws on the broadest possible talent and expertise, and Wellcome itself is an inclusive place to work. We are now recruiting a Head of Equity Partnering, Infectious Disease to lead programmes that embed equity across the Infectious Disease (ID) team's strategy, funding and research activities and drive delivery against Wellcome's Equity Framework. ID is a multidisciplinary team delivering Wellcome's strategy to tackle infectious diseases in the highest burden settings. In this senior role, you will be embedded within the Infectious Disease leadership team, shaping its strategic direction and ensuring equity principles guide decision making across the programme. A key senior member of the Equity team, you will coordinate, manage and draw on the full capabilities of the Equity Department, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to develop ID's strategic vision and build an evidence base for equitable research and funding practices. This is an opportunity to drive system level change and ensure the benefits of infectious disease research and innovation reach the communities who stand to gain the most. We are looking for a Head of Equity Partnering, Infectious Disease to join our team. Where in Wellcome will I be working? You'll be working in Wellcome's Equitable Research Practice , part of the Equity Department, which leads our efforts to embed equitable approaches across research, funding and policy portfolio. The team comprises Equity Partnering, Equitable Funding, Inclusive Research, and Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion functions. As part of a matrix working model, you will be a core member of the Infectious Disease Programme Senior Management Team that directs Wellcome's programme for one of the three health challenges Wellcome has committed to. It is a multidisciplinary team focused on accelerating the discovery, development and delivery of new drugs, vaccines and interventions to deliver impact where they are needed most. We fund researchers and organisations globally with a focus on Africa and South, South-East Asia with an ambition to increase our engagement and impact in these geographies. You'll collaborate with colleagues across Equity and Infectious Disease, as well as external partners, to ensure our work is inclusive, evidence led and grounded in the needs of the communities most affected by infectious disease. What will I be doing? You'll play a pivotal role in embedding equity across the Infectious Disease programme, shaping strategic direction, leading impactful projects and building strong partnerships that influence how Wellcome funds and delivers research. Working across the Equity Department and Infectious Disease teams, you'll drive collaborative, evidence led approaches that strengthen equity at every stage of the research and funding journey. As a Head of Equity Partnering, Infectious Disease, you will: Lead programmes that embed equity across the Infectious Disease strategy, funding and research, ensuring delivery aligns with Wellcome's Equity Framework. Contribute to shaping strategic direction as part of the Infectious Disease senior leadership team, co developing portfolios across policy, engagement, influencing and investment. Build and maintain strong partnerships with senior Infectious Disease colleagues, offering practical, evidence led guidance-particularly in Global South contexts-to support equitable decision making. Oversee a portfolio of equity focused projects, coordinating matrix working and drawing on expertise from across the Equity Department to strengthen delivery. Develop and monitor equity related targets and performance indicators, supporting organisational learning and promoting a collaborative, inclusive culture across Equity and Infectious Disease. Ensure all work is delivered in line with Wellcome's governance, values and behaviours, contributing to effective resource management and undertaking additional responsibilities as required. Is this job for me? If you're a senior, strategic individual with deep experience of delivering equitable research or funding in the Global South-and a track record of turning equity principles into practical, system level change across the research and funding value chain-this role is made for you. You'll thrive if you're a collaborative relationship builder who can draw on your experience from the Global South to influence senior stakeholders, work relationally and effectively across multiple partners internally in a complex organisation as well as externally, set clear targets, lead programmes and teams, communicate complex ideas with clarity, and bring resilience, openness and a strong commitment to Wellcome's mission and inclusive research practices. To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer 2 application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Minimum Criteria: Strong, demonstrated ability to partner, build productive relationships and influence senior stakeholders to deliver strategic, measurable impact Significant experience working in research / science in the Global South - ideally as a researcher / funder based in the Global South or a funder delivering a programme of scientific research conducted in the Global South - with a strong understanding of research and funding in Infectious Disease Context Demonstrated history of delivering excellent and equitable funding or research, with the ability to practically embed equity across the research and funding value chain to drive systemic change across Infectious Disease Demonstrated experience and understanding of delivering equitable global research/health partnership across Infectious Disease Applications Questions: Using examples please provide evidence to demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as outlined in the job description? (Up to 500 words) Using short summaries please provide specific details of up to two different initiatives or projects you have been directly involved in that are relevant to this role. For each initiative or project please use up to 250 words to describe your role (e.g. team leader, team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. its aims), and the major contributions you personally made. You can view the full job description on our website You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website Our Hybrid Way of Working We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best. At Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .
