The Role

Appointment of Group Leader – Engineering Biology

The Group Leader in Engineering Biology will lead an independent high-profile research group working in any area of the Earlham Institute (EI) research portfolio.
The successful candidate will build, develop and lead their own independent, internationally recognised research programme, publish significant research papers, attract substantial external funding, manage their own research team, and be responsible for financial control and delivery of their own research projects. 

All faculty also contribute to the national capability nature of the Institute either through the development of tools and technology or delivery of advanced training. 

They will:

• Establish and lead an internationally recognised programme of innovative research in engineering biology, or related area.
  Build and manage a research group, including the training of postgraduate students.
• Contribute to an inclusive and collegiate culture at the Earlham Institute, based on research excellence, integrity and respect.
• Foster strong and mutually beneficial relationships and collaborations within the Earlham Institute, with other academic institutions and with industry, government and the wider stakeholders.
• Support the translation of research into applications that can deliver solutions to industrial challenges and deliver impact.
• Obtain external financial support for your research programme and effectively manage your research budgets and funding.

A Candidate Pack can be downloaded here: