Our Role:
This is a part time (7 hours per week) post which is open to University of Edinburgh PhD students only.
This is fixed term for 12 months in the first instance.
The salary for this post is Grade 4 £23,296 pro rata per annum.
Your skills and attributes for success:
1. Strong technical background in one of the following disciplines: life/medical sciences, physical sciences, engineering or business disciplines, creative industries, ideally, with hands-on experience in one of the following areas: synthetic biology, chemical biology, biotechnology, diagnostics, drug discovery, medical imaging, therapeutics, regenerative medicine, stem cell biology, digital communications, software, renewable energy, microelectronic devices, big data, sensors, new materials, process engineering, chemical engineering, catalysts, petrochemicals, animal and human health/wellbeing/nutrition; art or business copyright licensing.
2. Strong interest in translational science, intellectual property and technology transfer;
3. Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate confidently and professionally with academic staff and industry partners. Competence in Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook;
4. Creative and independent thinker with a demonstrable track-record of taking on new challenges; and
5. Detail orientated, with strong organisational and time management skills
About Us
At Edinburgh Innovations (EI), our culture is built on three core values: Collaborative, Progressive and Innovative. We believe the best results come from working together, sharing ideas, and supporting one another. We’re always looking forward, embracing change, challenging assumptions, and pushing boundaries to grow. Innovation is at the heart of what we do, encouraging creativity and fresh thinking at every level of the business.
If you thrive in a team-driven environment that values bold ideas and continuous improvement, you’ll fit right in.
Championing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. At EI we celebrate diversity in all its forms and actively seek to create a team that reflects the communities around us. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities because different perspectives make us stronger.