Programme Manager

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ELIXIR is building the digital foundations of life science in Europe. At the heart of this mission, the Human Genomics and Translational Data (HGTD) team is creating a sustainable, interoperable ecosystem of frameworks, tools, services, and standards that enable secure, impactful use of human genomics datafrom research to translation to medicine.
We are now seeking an Programme Manager for Human Genomics and Translational Data to help drive this mission forward.

Your role
As Programme Manager, you will operate at the strategic interface of science, infrastructure, and policy. Reporting to the Head of Human Genomics and Translational Data, you will lead and coordinate the development and delivery of a subset of ELIXIRs external-facing portfolio of high-impact European projects, ensuring strong alignment with the ELIXIR Scientific Programme and with major European and global initiatives.
This is a highly visible role, ideal for an experienced coordinator or scientific leader who thrives in complex, multi-partner environments and wants to make a lasting impact on European life science and medicine.
You will collaborate closely with the ELIXIR Hub, the 22 ELIXIR Nodes , and a wide network of funders, policymakers, researchers, and infrastructure providers across Europe.

What you will do
Shape strategy and external engagement
Contribute to the strategy and delivery of ELIXIRs external portfolio in human genomics and translational data.

Identify and prioritise emerging scientific and technical topics of European importance.

Build and sustain strategic partnerships with major initiatives and funders (e.g. 1+MG, Cancer Mission, GA4GH).

Represent ELIXIR in major European and international project consortia.

Lead programme coordination and delivery
Oversee and contribute to EU-funded projects such as the European Genomic Data Infrastructure, CANDLE, and EU-CIP.
Ensure delivery of objectives, milestones, deliverables, and KPIs across distributed teams.

Coordinate activities across ELIXIR Nodes and work closely with the ELIXIR PMO, Legal Services, External Relations, and Technical Teams.

Lead or contribute to grant proposals and stakeholder engagement strategies.

Ensure compliance with data governance, ethical, and legal frameworks.

Integrate communities, platforms, and standards
Work with ELIXIR Human Data Communities and Technical Platforms to deliver towards overarching ambitions

Champion adoption of ELIXIR standards and open-source solutions, including Federated EGA, Life Science AAI, and the ELIXIR Beacon Network.

Contribute to scientific programmes at workshops, meetings, and conferences.

Provide leadership and representation
Mentor and coordinate ELIXIR Hub staff and collaborate with Node-based teams.

Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders across Europe.

Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes clearly and proactively.

Author publications and represent ELIXIR at international events.

You have
A university degree in life sciences, genetics, molecular biology, computer science, or a related field; an advanced degree or equivalent applied experience is highly valued

Substantial experience managing complex, multi-partner research projects involving human genomics data.

Proven experience in stakeholder coordination, consortium leadership, and grant writing.

Strong understanding of biological data management, FAIR principles, metadata, ontologies, or related infrastructures.

The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a multidisciplinary setting.

Excellent written and spoken English.

Willingness to travel regularly across Europe.

You might also have
Experience with internationally significant genomics datasets.

Familiarity with cloud computing, HPC, or life science software development.

Additional European language skills.

This role is ideal for:
An experienced programme manage/coordinator with a strong grounding in human genomics, or

A senior scientist ready to step into a strategic coordination role shaping Europes genomics data ecosystem.

Apply now! Benefits and Contract Information
Financial incentives: depending on circumstances, monthly family/marriage allowance of £278 monthly child allowance of £336 per child. Non resident allowance up to £569 per month. Annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances

Hybrid working arrangements

Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)

Generous time off : 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays

Relocation package including installation grant (as applicable)

Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)

Family benefits: On-site nursery, child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances

Contract duration: This position is a 3 year contract

Salary: Monthly salary starting at £4,206.37 after tax but excl. pension & insurances) + benefits (Total package will be dependent on family circumstances)

International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Read more on our page for international applicants.

Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL-EBI, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ and individuals from all nationalities.

Job location: This role is based in Hinxton, near Cambridge, UK. You will be required to relocate if you are based overseas and you will receive a generous relocation package to support you.

To apply, please submit a covering letter and CV via our online system. Applications will close on 07/01/2026 .

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Location:
Saffron Walden
Salary:
£85,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management

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