Senior Translation Project Officer

The Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London is a world-leading interdisciplinary department that brings together engineering, medicine and the life sciences to address some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare. Through pioneering research, education and innovation, we develop technologies and solutions that improve human health and wellbeing.

We are looking for a Senior Translation Project Officer to join our growing team and work across scientific discovery and commercial application. Help manage pioneering research portfolio and turn science into technologies, partnerships and new ventures that could transform the future of food within the Bezos Centre.

The Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein is a $30 million initiative funded by the Bezos Earth Fund and led by Imperial College London. Bringing together world leading researchers and industry partners, the Centre is advancing sustainable food production through engineering biology, cultivated meat, plant-based foods and fermentation. Alongside the Microbial Food Hub, we are building a vibrant research and innovation ecosystem focused on delivering real world impact.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of research and innovation activities. You will help researchers develop promising technologies, build connections with industry and access the support needed to bring new ideas closer to market. You will contribute to major Centre initiatives including the Sustainable Food Accelerator, workshops and training programmes and the development of shared research and innovation capabilities and facilities.

More information about the Centre can be found on the following websites:

Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein

Sustainable Food Accelerator

Follow the Centre on LinkedIn

Bezos Earth Fund announcement

The role involves coordinating activities across the Centre and Hub's translation pipeline, research activities and supporting the delivery of programmes such as the Sustainable Food Accelerator, venture building initiatives and specialist training workshops. Working with technical teams, the postholder will also support the development and use of facilities to help researchers access the expertise and capabilities needed to advance their work.

Building relationships with industry partners, investors and entrepreneurs will be an important part of the position. In collaboration with Imperial Enterprise and the Centre's Impact Units, the postholder will help develop partnerships, identify funding opportunities and connect research projects with appropriate routes to impact.

Additional responsibilities include monitoring the research portfolio, engage with researchers and PIs, tracking progress against key objectives and contributing to new initiatives as the Centre and Hub develop.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual with a background in science, engineering, biotechnology or a related field and an interest in turning scientific discoveries into practical applications.

You will bring experience in research translation, innovation, commercialisation or project delivery. Strong organisational and project management skills are essential, including the ability to plan and coordinate activities, manage competing priorities and monitor progress across multiple projects.

Excellent communication, attention to detail, and stakeholder management skills are important, alongside the confidence to work with academic researchers, industry partners and external organisations. You will be comfortable working independently whilst contributing to a collaborative team.

Experience in industry engagement, entrepreneurship, accelerator programmes or venture building would be valuable. Above all, we value initiative, adaptability and a practical approach to solving problems and delivering results.

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Based within the Department, the Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein has a dedicated and growing team supporting research, innovation, partnerships and commercialisation. Working across the Centre and Microbial Food Hub, the team connects researchers with industry and wider stakeholders to accelerate scientific progress and deliver meaningful impact.

The role will work across the Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein and Microbial Food Hub at Imperial College London. You will work closely with the Centre management team, researchers, Imperial Enterprise and external partners.

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week).

This role is for a fixed-term contract for 24 months, with the potential of an extension.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Simon Partridge - [s.partridge@imperial.ac.uk] and Naheed Khan [n.khan2@imperial.ac.uk].