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Salary: £94,000 - 94,000 per year
Requirements: Strong knowledge of data linkage, data architecture and modern digital technologies within science, health or research environments.Deep understanding of the UK health data landscape, including key organisations, infrastructure and initiatives.Experience working with health, scientific or research data in a technical and/or strategic capacity.Strong understanding of data platforms, software systems and technology used within scientific or health research.Experience developing data or technology strategies and translating them into practical programmes or initiatives.Proven experience managing senior external stakeholders and strategic partnerships.Experience working with universities, research organisations, funding bodies, government or similar organisations.Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess emerging technologies, opportunities, risks and complex technical landscapes.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to explain technical subjects to technical and non-technical audiences.Experience delivering complex programmes within large or matrix organisations.A PhD, MD or equivalent level of expertise in a quantitative, computational, clinical, biological, physical science or closely related discipline is highly desirable. Responsibilities: Lead the development of strategic initiatives across data linkage, data architecture and digital technologies.Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, research programmes and investment opportunities across science and health.Develop a strategic view of the evolving UK health data landscape, including key infrastructure, organisations and initiatives.Assess existing data and technology programmes and identify opportunities for greater collaboration and impact.Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders across health, research, academia, technology and the wider data ecosystem.Represent our organisation externally at industry, research and health data forums.Provide technical and strategic leadership across digital technology and data-related programmes.Shape technical approaches, standards and investment priorities across a portfolio of technology initiatives.Provide technical input into funding proposals, RFPs, contracts and major programmes.Work with technology, research, policy and wider organisational teams to align priorities and deliver shared objectives.Matrix manage colleagues and provide leadership across complex, multidisciplinary programmes.Oversee programme risks, budgets, governance and the quality of outputs. Technologies: SupportMatrixArchitect More:
We are a high-profile organisation working at the intersection of technology, health data and scientific research. This permanent senior strategic role focuses on data linkage, data architecture and digital technologies across science and health, with the opportunity to help shape significant initiatives across the UK health data ecosystem and support improved scientific research and health outcomes. The role is based in London, with three days onsite, and offers a salary of up to £94,000 plus an excellent package.
last updated 42 week of 2026