Chief Scientific Officer, Genomic Surveillance Unit

Chief Scientific Officer, Genomic Surveillance Unit Description: Located on the Wellcome Genome Campus in Cambridgeshire, the Genomic Surveillance Unit (GSU) is a specialist genomics unit housed by the Wellcome Sanger Institute that exists to support partners across the world to use genomic surveillance as a tool to combat infectious disease. By supporting large scale pathogen and vector genomic surveillance solutions, the GSU helps to deliver value to public health at a local, regional and global level. With its 75 strong team, the GSU works collaboratively with its research partners and public health bodies to develop its services, acting as a catalyst for the use of genomic data in public health. The GSU is now seeking a Chief Scientific Officer who is passionate about integrating genomic surveillance as a practical tool in public health disease control. This person will lead a portfolio of translational research, using their experience to provide insight, research new concepts and drive innovation across the GSU. Reporting to and working in close partnership with the Director, John Sillitoe, the Chief Scientific Officer will be an outstanding individual with a demonstrable track record of success in leading and conducting public health-oriented research with a focus on infectious diseases. The Chief Scientific Officer will be a key member of the GSU s leadership team, providing expert scientific insight and leadership that enables the GSU to contribute towards its strategic objectives. Strong candidates will bring experience of successfully leading high performing teams and developing collaborative research programmes. They will be able to translate world-leading genomic research into practical public health applications and will understand how to build strong collaborative relationships with the public and private sectors in addition to academia, with the ability to develop relationships with key bodies, such as the WHO, Africa CDC and the UKHSA. Additionally, experience of commercialisation and development of research would be beneficial. The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all our activities, and we invite candidates from under-represented groups to consider applying for this opportunity. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute on this appointment.For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using referenceZBGSA.Alternatively, telephone +44 (0)20 ##### ##### (during office hours). #J-18808-Ljbffr