The Francis Crick Institute

About the Company

The Crick is a distinctive biomedical research institute. We’re committed to advancing, promoting, and sharing understanding of human health and disease. We do that by attracting talented and ambitious people from all disciplines and backgrounds and giving them the support and freedom they need to succeed. Inside the Crick, you’ll discover scientists working to stretch the very limits of what we know about how life works. Their research holds the key to answering fundamental questions about human health and disease. Our bold and innovative research projects bring together scientists and technicians from all disciplines in the pursuit of discovery without boundaries. With the support of our partners, we’re bridging the gap between discovery and application to help change lives for the better. And through our dynamic structure, we’re able to develop the science leaders of tomorrow. That’s our bold idea, tell us yours. Cover image taken at the Crick by Thomas Angus, Imperial College London.

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The Francis Crick Institute

Job Title

Programme Manager

Job Description

**Job title**: Programme Manager **Role Summary** Lead the design, delivery and evaluation of early‑stage health‑innovation programmes (e.g., KQ Labs, TechBio Boost, PULSE, NG Studios). Coordinate end‑to‑end programme phases from outreach to Demo Day and alumni events, ensuring high‑quality participant experience and measurable impact within the UK health innovation ecosystem. **Expectations** - Full‑time, fixed‑term (1 yr) role. - Minimum 3 days/week in‑office. - Demonstrate core values: bold, open, collegial. **Key Responsibilities** - Plan, execute, and close structured programmes, managing timelines, budgets, and resources. - Shape programme curriculum, workshop content, and delivery methods to maximise participant innovation and commercialisation readiness. - Build and maintain relationships with founders, mentors, investors, universities, and industry partners (e.g., BioIndustry Association). - Deliver engaging workshops, panels, and events; manage logistics for Demo Days, alumni gatherings, and outreach. - Facilitate mentorship and strategic networking for founders, aiding funding and scaling efforts. - Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure seamless operations across teams and programme cohorts. - Track and report programme outcomes, refining strategies based on feedback and performance metrics. **Required Skills** - Proven program management experience in early‑stage scientific/health ventures. - Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship‑building. - Effective communication: presentation, facilitation, and written materials for diverse audiences. - Self‑motivated, proactive, and flexible to support events beyond standard working hours. **Required Education & Certifications** - MSc/PhD in life sciences, biomedical, data/computer science, or equivalent professional experience (desirable). - Knowledge of commercialisation or clinical validation pathways is an advantage. ---

London, United kingdom

On site

27-11-2025