Wellcome Trust

Salary: £92,100

Closing date: Sunday, 3 August 2025

Contract type: Permanent

Interview dates: First round 27 August – 05 September 2025. Second round w/c 15 September 2025 .

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.

The Data for Science and Health (DSH) Digital Technology team is looking to recruit an Infectious Disease Technology Lead. The successful applicant will help develop, shape, and execute projects related to digital technology, which advance the strategy of Wellcome’s Infectious Disease Solutions Programme.

Where in Wellcome will I be working?

You will be based within Data for Science & Health reporting to the Head of Digital Technology, Climate and Health & Infectious Disease, collaborating closely with colleagues within the Infectious Disease Solutions Programme to develop a vision for trustworthy data science initiatives to minimise the impact of infectious diseases in the most affected communities.

Data and software are at the heart of modern science and health. From new tools and methods in artificial intelligence, computational modelling, and analysis, to policies and standards for data collection and sharing - the effective use of data and data science is key to delivering Wellcome’s strategy. The Data for Science and Health team enables this by shaping and funding data science initiatives to advance Wellcome’s mission.

What will I be doing?

In this role you’ll develop, design, evaluate and execute projects related to digital technology which advance the objectives of Wellcome’s Infectious Disease Solutions Programme. You’ll draw on appropriate expertise across science, health, industry, and funding sectors to develop a strategic view of the digital landscape, - whether software, analytics, or infrastructure - needed to advance infectious disease research and development. You’ll work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities, shape funding approaches, and translate strategic objectives into tangible solutions. This is a varied and exciting role which offers broad exposure across Wellcome, including identifying strategic award opportunities, relationship building with other funders, and representing Data for Science and Health.

As a Technology Lead, you will:

• Lead and deliver digital innovation projects aligned with Wellcome’s Infectious Disease Solutions strategy, adopting an entrepreneurial and impact-driven approach.
• Shape the digital landscape by integrating expertise from across disciplines (e.g. data science, infectious disease, wider life sciences) to inform and future-proof our technology strategy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with colleagues across Wellcome’s research programmes to share knowledge, align priorities, and foster joint innovation in digital health technologies.
• Provide expert advice and oversight to funding activities, supporting high-quality funding calls, partnerships, RfPs, and technology investments with hands-on technical input.
• Ensure accountability and quality by managing budgets, risks, and compliance while delivering clear, high-impact outputs that support DSH and organisational goals.
• Contribute to a diverse and inclusive team culture by managing team members in a matrix structure, and actively promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.

Is this job for me?

To be successful in this role, you’ll have: Excellent knowledge of the current state of and trends in data and digital technologies in science and health. Technical knowledge, experience, or training relevant to our Infectious Disease Solutions programme would be advantageous.

We’re especially interested in hearing from candidates with a background in leveraging advanced data analysis methods, data science, AI, or software engineering, and/or those with experience with platforms, tools, analytics, infrastructure for infectious disease data.

If you're driven by the potential of responsible digital innovation to transform health outcomes around the world, and you bring both the technical insight and crucially a collaborative spirit, this role offers a unique opportunity to create meaningful impact at the intersection of health, science, and technology.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please submit an updated CV and answer two application questions to demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Minimum Criteria:

• Training in a quantitative discipline and/or a strong knowledge of current trends and best practices in digital technologies within the science and health sectors
• Specific knowledge or training related to infectious disease research, and/or a strong demonstrable interest in the field.
• Ability to deliver complex projects within large, multi-stakeholder environments, thriving in matrix structures and collaborating effectively across teams and organisations.
• An analytical and entrepreneurial approach to identifying and pursuing high-value problems related to data and digital technologies which advance a broader strategy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to engage diverse audiences through effective listening, writing, and speaking.

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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 jobs@wellcome.org.

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