Translational Research Navigator

Location: White City

Contract: Full time and Fixed Term 24 months

Job Summary

We are seeking a Translational Research Navigator to join our dynamic team at the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Biomedical Engineering (BME) Theme. This position is funded by the BRC and the BME Theme is co-led by Professor Anthony MJ Bull and Professor George Hanna.

The core mission of the BME Theme is to develop and translate cutting-edge biomedical engineering technologies into real-world clinical applications.

As a Translational Research Navigator, you will be involved in a variety of translational research projects within the Theme. Your responsibilities will include

• Identifying impact case studies and prepare reports as required.
• Navigating optimal clinical and/or commercial pathways to maximize the potential of emerging technologies,
• Managing assigned translational research projects.

You will work closely with the BRC Biomedical Theme Manager and engage with cross-faculty multidisciplinary project teams, gaining hands-on experience in project management, effective report writing, coordinating grant applications, assessing medtech efficacy, and ensuring compliance with Quality Management Systems and regulatory standards.

Duties and responsibilities

• Identify impact case studies and prepare reports aligned with the Theme strategy, focusing on areas such as improving patient outcomes, reducing health inequalities, and conducting health and social care research.
• Act as a project manager for assigned projects, ensuring effective execution and delivery.
• Help establish intellectual property strategies and explore potential pathways for translational research projects as required.
• Assist with clinical regulatory strategies and contribute to the development of quality management system (QMS) documentation for assigned projects.
• Coordinate the submission of joint funding proposals as needed.
• Compile and analyse data while contributing to the preparation of progress reports, KPI reports, journal articles, and other materials as requested.

Essential requirements

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Life Sciences, Medicine and Health or a closely related discipline, or equivalent research, industrial, or commercial experience.
• Hands-on experience in the research and development of biomedical engineering technology.
• Experience in writing scientific reports, preparing business cases, managing intellectual property (IP), writing or supporting grant proposals.
• Previous experience in technology transfer and research project management.
• Ability to organise own work with minimal supervision and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

Further Information

This is a full time, fixed term for 24 months with the potential for extension and is available for immediate start.

For further information regarding the role, please contact:

Professor Anthony MJ Bull at a.bull@imperial.ac.uk or

Dr Bohwon Kim at b.kim@imperial.ac.uk

Closing Date: 21/02/25

To apply, please click the 'Apply' button, above.

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